2016 BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN weight

Technical dataVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Note
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can befound in the approval documents, on informa‐
tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained
from the service center.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version. BMW 3 Series LimousineWidth with mirrorsinches/mm80.0/2,031Width without mirrorsinches/mm71.3/1,811Heightinches/mm56.3–56.5/1,429–
1,434Lengthinches/mm182.2/4,627Wheelbaseinches/mm110.6/2,810Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m37.1–38.4/11.3–11.7
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehi‐
cles with manual transmission; the values fol‐lowing the slash apply to vehicles with Step‐
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320iApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,355/4,400
1,975/1,996
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,005
909
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,525
1,145
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480

328iApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,420/4,455
2,005/2,021
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,040
925
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,545
1,154
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480
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335iApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,565/4,585
2,071/2,080
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,160
980
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,570
1,166
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480

320i xDriveApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,542/4,585
2,060/2,080
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,140
971
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,580
1,170
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft17.0
480
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328i xDriveApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,610
2,091
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,170
984
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,580
1,170
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480

335i xDriveApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,695/4,720
2,130/2,141
Loadlbs
kg
900
408
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,280
1,034
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,580
1,170
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480
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328dApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,420
2,005
Loadlbs
kg
860
390
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,015
914
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,535
1,150
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480

328d xDriveApproved gross vehicle weightlbs
kg
4,620
2,096
Loadlbs
kg
860
390
Approved front axle loadlbs
kg
2,170
984
Approved rear axle loadlbs
kg
2,580
1,170
Approved roof load capacitylbs
kg
165
75
Cargo area capacitycu ft
Liters
17.0
480
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 119
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 124
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 75
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 150
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 116
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 124
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 118
Adaptive Light Control 93
Additives, oil 208
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 50
After washing vehicle 230
Airbags 97
Airbags, indicator/warning light 98
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 146, 149
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 146, 149
Air distribution, manual 146, 149
Air flow, air conditioner 146
Air flow, automatic climate control 149
Air pressure, tires 189
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 150
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 198
All-wheel-drive 120
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 153
Alternative oil types 208
Ambient light 96
Antifreeze, washer fluid 71
Antilock Brake System, ABS 119
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 119
Approved axle load 236
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 208
Arrival time 88
Ash tray 156
Assistance when driving off 123
Assist system information, on Control Display 90
Attentiveness assistant 118
AUTO intensity 148
Automatic car wash 229
Automatic climate con‐ trol 145
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 147
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 124
Automatic Curb Monitor 58
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 99
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 93
Automatic locking 44
Automatic recirculated-air control 149 Automatic transmission, see
Steptronic transmission 72
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 148
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 146
AUTO program, intensity 148
Auto Start/Stop function 66
Average fuel consumption 87
Average speed 87
Axle loads, weights 236
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 52
Backrest, width 52
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 224
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 227
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 221
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 220
Belts, safety belts 53
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 162
Blinds, sun protection 47
BMW Advanced Diesel 185
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 210
Bonus range, ECO PRO 174 Seite 242ReferenceEverything from A to Z242
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Engine, automatic Start/Stopfunction 66
Engine, automatic switch- off 66
Engine compartment 204
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 205
Engine coolant 209
Engine idling when driving, coasting 176
Engine oil 206
Engine oil, adding 207
Engine oil additives 208
Engine oil change 208
Engine oil filler neck 207
Engine oil temperature 81
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 208
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 208
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 224
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 65
Engine stop 66
Engine temperature 81
Entering a car wash 229
Equipment, interior 152
Error displays, see Check Control 78
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 119
Exchanging wheels/tires 197
Exhaust system 167
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 58
Exterior mirrors 57
External start 224
External temperature dis‐ play 82
External temperature warn‐ ing 82
Eyes for securing cargo 170 F
Failure message, see Check Control 78
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 45
Fan, refer to Air flow 146, 149
Filler neck for engine oil 207
Fine wood, care 231
First aid kit 224
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 227
Flat tire, changing wheels 220
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 100
Flat tire, warning lamp 101, 104
Flooding 167
Floor carpet, care 232
Floor mats, care 232
Fogged up windows 146
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 158
Fold-out position, wiper 71
Foot brake 167
Front airbags 97
Front-end collision warning with braking function 109
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 107
Front fog lights 95
Front fog lights, front, bulb re‐ placement 217
Front lights 213
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 99
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 99
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 104
Fuel 184
Fuel consumption, current 83 Fuel consumption, refer to
Average fuel consump‐
tion 87
Fuel filler flap 182
Fuel gauge 81
Fuel lid 182
Fuel quality 184
Fuel recommendation 184
Fuel, tank capacity 241
Fuse 221
G Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 152
Gasoline 184
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 73
Gear shift indicator 84
General driving notes 166
Glare shield 156
Glass sunroof, powered 47
Glove compartment 160
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 236
H Handbrake, refer to parking brake 68
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 153
Hazard warning flashers 223
Head airbags 97
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 93
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 93
Headlight flasher 69
Headlight glass 213
Headlights 213
Headlights, care 230
Headlight washer system 69
Head restraints 50
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Temperature display for ex‐ternal temperature 82
Temperature, engine oil 81
Tempomat, refer to Active Cruise Control 124
Terminal, starting aid 225
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 81
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 44
Thigh support 52
Through-loading system 158
Tilt alarm sensor 45
Time of arrival 88
Tire damage 197
Tire identification marks 195
Tire inflation pressure 189
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 104
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100
Tires, changing 197
Tire sealant 199
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 189
Tires, run-flat tires 199
Tire tread 197
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 212
Top View 138
Total vehicle weight 236
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 227
Towing 226
Tow lug, see Tow fitting 227
Tow-starting 226
Tow truck 226
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 100
Traction control 120
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics 120
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking 75 Transmission, manual trans‐
mission 72
Transmission, Steptronic transmission 72
Transporting children safely 60
Tread, tires 197
Trip computer 88
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 69
Trip odometer 82
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 226
Trunk lid closing 40
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing 41
Trunk lid, hotel function 41
Trunk lid opening 40
Trunk lid, opening with no- touch activation 42
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol 38
Turning circle 236
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 136
Turn signals, operation 69
U Unintentional alarm 45
Units of measure 90
Universal remote control 152
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 73
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 43
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 231
USB interface 157 V
Vanity mirror 156
Variable sport steering 121
Vehicle battery 220
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 221
Vehicle, break-in 166
Vehicle care 230
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 220
Vehicle paint 230
Vehicle storage 232
Vehicle wash 229
Ventilation 150
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 151
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
Voice activation system 27
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 78
Warning displays, see Check Control 78
Warning messages, see Check Control 78
Warning triangle 224
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 71
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 71
Washer system 69
Washing, vehicle 229
Water on roads 167
Weights 236
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 37
Welcome lights 92
Wheel base, vehicle 236
Wheel cleaner 231 Seite 250ReferenceEverything from A to Z250
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