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2003 – 2006
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2005 – 2008
BMW 3 Series Cabriolet
2003 – 2007
Convertible Germany
BMW built the 3 Series Cabriolet from 2003 to 2007. Ten variants with petrol and diesel engines cover 143 to 231 hp. The same generation also came as coupé, hatchback, sedan and estate.
Body styleConvertible
Production2003 – 2007
Variants10
FuelPetrol, Diesel
Other body styles




Key specifications (range)
Power143 – 231 hp
0–100 km/h6.9 – 11.3 s
Top speed206 – 247 km/h
Fuel economy6.3 – 10.2 L/100 km
Rear Wheel Drive
Similar cars
| Variant | Fuel | Power | 0–100 | Top | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 318Ci 5AT RWD (143 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 143 hp | 11.3 s | 206 | 5-speed automatic |
| 318Ci 5MT RWD (143 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 143 hp | 10.4 s | 206 | 5-speed manual |
| 320Cd 5AT RWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Diesel | 150 hp | — | — | 5-speed automatic |
| 320Cd 6MT RWD (150 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Diesel | 150 hp | 9.7 s | 211 | 6-speed manual |
| 320Ci 5AT RWD (170 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 170 hp | 10.2 s | 219 | 5-speed automatic |
| 320Ci 5MT RWD (170 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 170 hp | 9.1 s | 222 | 5-speed manual |
| 325Ci 5AT RWD (192 HP) 2.5 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 192 hp | 9.1 s | 230 | 5-speed automatic |
| 325Ci 5MT RWD (192 HP) 2.5 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 192 hp | 8.0 s | 234 | 5-speed manual |
| 330Ci 5AT RWD (231 HP) 3.0 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 231 hp | 7.5 s | 240 | 5-speed automatic |
| 330Ci 6MT RWD (231 HP) 3.0 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive |
Gasoline | 231 hp | 6.9 s | 247 | 6-speed manual |
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
- Power
- 105 KW @ 6000 RPM143 HP @ 6000 RPM141 BHP @ 6000 RPM
- Torque
- 148 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM200 Nm @ 3750 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 128 mph (206 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 11.3 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 V
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3340 lbs (1515 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4321 lbs (1960 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 203 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
- Power
- 105 KW @ 6000 RPM143 HP @ 6000 RPM141 BHP @ 6000 RPM
- Torque
- 148 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM200 Nm @ 3750 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 128 mph (206 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 10.4 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 V
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3263 lbs (1480 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4244 lbs (1925 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 38.6 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 190 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
- Power
- 110 KW @ 4000 RPM150 HP @ 4000 RPM148 BHP @ 4000 RPM
- Torque
- 243 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM330 Nm @ 2000 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Common Rail
- Fuel
- Diesel
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 VR16
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3516 lbs (1595 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4497 lbs (2040 kg)
Engine
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 1995 cm3 (122 ci)
- Power
- 110 KW @ 4000 RPM150 HP @ 4000 RPM148 BHP @ 4000 RPM
- Torque
- 243 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM330 Nm @ 2000 RPM
- Fuel System
- Turbocharged Common Rail
- Fuel
- Diesel
Performance
- Top Speed
- 131.1 mph (211 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 9.7 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 VR16
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3483 lbs (1580 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4464.3 lbs (2025 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 27.7 mpg US (8.5 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 167 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2171 cm3 (132 ci)
- Power
- 125 KW @ 6100 RPM170 HP @ 6100 RPM168 BHP @ 6100 RPM
- Torque
- 155 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM210 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 136 mph (219 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 10.2 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3417 lbs (1550 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4398 lbs (1995 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 236 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2171 cm3 (132 ci)
- Power
- 125 KW @ 6100 RPM170 HP @ 6100 RPM168 BHP @ 6100 RPM
- Torque
- 155 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM210 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 138 mph (222 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 9.1 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3340 lbs (1515 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4321 lbs (1960 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 18.4 mpg US (12.8 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 222 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2495 cm3 (152 ci)
- Power
- 141 KW @ 6000 RPM192 HP @ 6000 RPM189 BHP @ 6000 RPM
- Torque
- 181 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM245 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 143 mph (230 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 9.1 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3472 lbs (1575 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4453 lbs (2020 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 16.9 mpg US (13.9 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 239 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2495 cm3 (152 ci)
- Power
- 141 KW @ 6000 RPM192 HP @ 6000 RPM189 BHP @ 6000 RPM
- Torque
- 181 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM245 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 145.4 mph (234 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 8 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3395 lbs (1540 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4376 lbs (1985 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 17.8 mpg US (13.2 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 230 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2979 cm3 (182 ci)
- Power
- 170 KW @ 5900 RPM231 HP @ 5900 RPM228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
- Torque
- 221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 149 mph (240 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 7.5 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3538 lbs (1605 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4519 lbs (2050 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 15.8 mpg US (14.9 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 23.1 mpg US (10.2 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 240 g/km
Engine
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 2979 cm3 (182 ci)
- Power
- 170 KW @ 5900 RPM231 HP @ 5900 RPM228 BHP @ 5900 RPM
- Torque
- 221 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM300 Nm @ 3500 RPM
- Fuel System
- Multipoint Injection
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Performance
- Top Speed
- 153.5 mph (247 km/h)
- Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
- 6.9 s
Transmission
- Drive Type
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
Brakes
- Front
- Ventilated Discs
- Rear
- Ventilated Discs
Tires
- Tire Size
- 205/55 R16 91 W
Dimensions
- Length
- 176.7 in (4488 mm)
- Width
- 69.2 in (1758 mm)
- Height
- 54 in (1372 mm)
- Front/rear Track
- 57.9/58.4 in (1,471/1,483 mm)
- Wheelbase
- 107.3 in (2725 mm)
- Ground Clearance
- 5.1 in (130 mm)
- Cargo Volume
- 14.5 cuFT (411 L)
- Aerodynamics (Cd)
- 0.3
Weight
- Unladen Weight
- 3472 lbs (1575 kg)
- Gross Weight Limit
- 4453 lbs (2020 kg)
Fuel Economy (nedc)
- City
- 17.6 mpg US (13.4 L/100Km)
- Highway
- 32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
- Combined
- 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km)
- CO2 Emissions
- 229 g/km
Length4,488 mm
Width1,758 mm
Height1,372 mm
Wheelbase2,725 mm
Curb weight1,480 – 1,605 kg
Torque200 – 330 Nm
Ranges across all 10 variants of this generation.










