2006 BMW 3 Series 330xi 6AT
The 2006 BMW 3 Series 330xi 6AT is a 255-hp inline-6 with a 6-speed steptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $38,500 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 255 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 220 lb-ft of torque at 2750 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The 3 Series measures 178.2 inches long on a 108.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,671 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $38,500 ($62,066 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $39,195 ($63,186 *) |
| Destination Charge | $695 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Inline-6 (N52B30) magnesium/aluminum, Valvetronic |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 220 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24V VALVETRONIC Double-VANOS |
| Bore and Stroke | 85.0 x 88.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Injection Type | Port injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (xDrive) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed Steptronic automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.17 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.34 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.52 |
| 4th Gear | 1.14 |
| 5th Gear | 0.87 |
| 6th Gear | 0.69 |
| Final Drive | 3.64 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 15.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-pivot strut |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.0 x 0.94 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.2 x 0.87 in ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 8.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8.0 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 178.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in |
| Front Track | 59.1 in |
| Rear Track | 59.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,671 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.1 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars