Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 3
Power
245HP
Torque
520Nm
Consumption
6.9l/100
Emissions
181g/km
0-100 km/h
6.1s
Top Speed
245km/h
Weight
1790kg
Price
53,851€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
460 L
61 L
180 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 330d xDrive Touring Aut. · 245 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The 2009 BMW 330d xDrive Touring is much more than just a family car; it is the embodiment of an almost perfect balance. It represents an era in which BMW dared to combine the versatility of a Touring body with the overwhelming power of its six-cylinder diesel engine and the safety of xDrive all-wheel drive. It is a vehicle that promises to take the family on vacation with the same poise with which it devours a mountain road, a wolf in sheep's clothing that does not renounce elegance or functionality.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel an immediate connection with the asphalt. The 520 Nm of torque pushes you against the seat from just 1750 revolutions, an inexhaustible wave of force that makes every overtake a mere formality. The 6-speed automatic transmission manages this power with smoothness and intelligence, but it is the xDrive system that conveys absolute confidence, gluing the car to the ground in any circumstance. The steering is precise, communicative, and the chassis exhibits that legendary dynamic behavior of BMW, agile and poised, which makes you forget you are driving an estate car of almost 1800 kg.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are an exercise in restraint and sportiness. The lines of the E91 Touring are timeless, fluid, and muscular, achieving a silhouette that is both elegant and athletic. There are no stridencies, only perfect proportions and details that betray its pedigree, such as the long hood or the iconic double kidney grille. The interior is a sanctuary of quality and ergonomics, with noble materials and a driver-oriented design that, although sober by today's standards, still conveys a sense of solidity and luxury that endures over time.
Technology and features
Under its skin lies a work of engineering. The heart is a 3.0-liter inline-six engine, built in aluminum and fed by common-rail direct injection and a variable geometry turbo. This powertrain not only delivered 245 thoroughbred horsepower but did so with surprising efficiency for its time. The key technology is the xDrive all-wheel-drive system, an intelligent system that proactively distributes torque between the axles to ensure maximum traction and safety without sacrificing the brand's inherent rear-wheel-drive character.
Competition
At the time, this high-performance estate faced formidable competition. Its direct adversaries were the Audi A4 Avant 3.0 TDI quattro, which played the card of impeccable design and a highly reputable all-wheel-drive system, and the Mercedes-Benz C 350 CDI 4MATIC Estate, which offered a more comfort- and luxury-focused approach. Against them, the BMW 330d xDrive distinguished itself by offering the purest and most exciting driving experience, being the preferred choice for those who valued dynamism above all else.
Conclusion
This BMW 3 Series Touring is not just a car; it is a statement of intent. It is proof that you can have it all: space, safety, sports car performance, and reasonable consumption. It is a vehicle that excites on every journey, that reminds you why you love to drive. Today, more than a decade later, it remains an incredibly competent and desirable machine, a future classic that represents the zenith of six-cylinder diesel engines and BMW's unwavering commitment to the pleasure of driving.