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BMW 3-Series E46 LCI

Years2001–2005
BodyHatchback
Variants28

The BMW 3-Series E46 LCI is a hatchback, produced 2001–2005. This generation includes 28 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 115 to 192 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. All variants in this generation use REAR WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

BMW 3-Series 2001 front view

BMW 3-Series E46 LCI28 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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BMW 325ti Compact Executive
2,494 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
8.2s
9.5l/100km
227g/km
BMW 325ti Compact Executive
2,494 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
7.1s
8.9l/100km
215g/km
BMW 325ti Compact Executive
2,494 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
7.1s
8.9l/100km
215g/km
BMW 325ti Compact
2,494 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
8.2s
9.5l/100km
227g/km
BMW 325ti Compact
2,494 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
7.1s
8.9l/100km
215g/km
BMW 325ti Compact
2,494 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
192hp / 141 kW
7.1s
8.9l/100km
215g/km
BMW 320td Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
9.1s
6.9l/100km
185g/km
BMW 320td Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
8.7s
5.7l/100km
153g/km
BMW 320td Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
8.9s
5.5l/100km
148g/km
BMW 320td Compact
1,995 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
9.1s
6.9l/100km
185g/km
BMW 320td Compact
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
8.7s
5.7l/100km
153g/km
BMW 320td Compact
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
8.9s
5.5l/100km
148g/km
BMW 318ti Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
143hp / 105 kW
10.2s
7.9l/100km
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BMW 318ti Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
143hp / 105 kW
9.3s
7.2l/100km
175g/km
BMW 318ti Compact
1,995 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
143hp / 105 kW
10.2s
7.9l/100km
-
BMW 318ti Compact
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
143hp / 105 kW
9.3s
7.2l/100km
175g/km
BMW 318td Compact Executive
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
115hp / 85 kW
10.5s
5.6l/100km
151g/km
BMW 318td Compact Black & Silverline
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
115hp / 85 kW
10.5s
5.6l/100km
151g/km
BMW 318td Compact
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
115hp / 85 kW
10.5s
5.6l/100km
151g/km
BMW 318td Compact Essence
1,995 cc·Manual·RWD·Diesel
115hp / 85 kW
10.5s
5.6l/100km
151g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Executive
1,796 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
11.9s
7.6l/100km
183g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Executive
1,796 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
10.9s
6.9l/100km
167g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Black & Silverline
1,796 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
11.9s
7.6l/100km
183g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Black & Silverline
1,796 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
10.9s
6.9l/100km
167g/km
BMW 316ti Compact
1,796 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
11.9s
7.6l/100km
183g/km
BMW 316ti Compact
1,796 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
10.9s
6.9l/100km
167g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Essence
1,796 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
11.9s
7.6l/100km
183g/km
BMW 316ti Compact Essence
1,796 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
115hp / 85 kW
10.9s
6.9l/100km
167g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005)?

The BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) is a hatchback. All 28 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) have?

The BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) has 28 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) produced?

The BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) was produced 2001–2005. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005)?

The BMW 3-serie Compact Facelift 2001 (2001-2005) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.