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BMW F30 Buyers Guide
Whether you're just starting the research phase of buying a 3-series BMW F30, or if you've recently bought one, this Buyer's Guide covers everything you need to know about one of the most popular BMW platforms.
The F30 is the sixth generation 3-series produced from 2012-2018 and was available as a sedan, wagon, or lift-back GT model. The 3-series coupe, convertible, and Gran Coupe all became the 4-series but shared most of the F30 powertrains and options. The F30 was available in the U.S. with 4 and 6-cylinder gasoline engines and 4-cylinder diesel engines in both AWD and RWD. As for transmissions, the F30 used either a ZF 8-speed auto or 6-speed manual. The F30 was updated in 2016 with new models, engines, options, interior/exterior trims, and more. Since the M3 was so vastly different from the non-M model, it got the internal code F80 and featured a twin-turbocharged straight-six mated to either a 7-speed DCT or 6-speed manual.
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BMW F30 Model Specs
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 180 HP | 199 FT-LBS Torque | 3318 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 liters | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N20 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120039664 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 180 HP | 199 FT-LBS Torque | 3516 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N20 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120039664 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 240 HP | 260 FT-LBS Torque | 3318 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 liters | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N20/N26 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2016 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120039664 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 240 HP | 260 FT-LBS Torque | 3516 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N20/N26 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2016 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120039664 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
General Specs | 3.0 L 6 CYL | 302 HP | 295 FT-LBS Torque | 3494 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 6.5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 liters | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N55 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2015 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120037582 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 3.0 L 6 CYL | 302 HP | 295 FT-LBS Torque | 3649 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 6.5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N55 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2012-2015 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120037582 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
General Specs | 3.0 L 6 CYL | 322 HP | 332 FT-LBS Torque | 3560 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 6.5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 liters | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | B58 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2016-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120040551 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 3.0 L 6 CYL | 322 HP | 332 FT-LBS Torque | 3693 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 6.5 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | B58 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2016-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120040551 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 180 HP | 280 FT-LBS Torque | 3362 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5.2 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N47N | ||||
Fuel Type | Diesel | ||||
Year Range | 2014-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 180 HP | 280 FT-LBS Torque | 3505 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5.2 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | N47N | ||||
Fuel Type | Diesel | ||||
Year Range | 2014-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 248 HP | 258 FT-LBS Torque | 3406lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5.25 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 liters | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | B48 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2017-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120040551 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 |
General Specs | 2.0 L 4 CYL | 248 HP | 258 FT-LBS Torque | 3616 lbs Curb Weight | |
Engine Oil | 5.25 Liters | ||||
Engine Coolant Capacity | 7.5 Liters | ||||
Brake Fluid | 1 Liter DOT 4 | ||||
Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.5 Liters L12108 | ||||
Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.2 Liters MTF LT-3 | ||||
Bolt Pattern | 5x120 | ||||
Hub Size | 72.6mm | ||||
Lug Bolt Thread Size | M14x1.25 | ||||
Engine Code | B48 | ||||
Fuel Type | Gasoline | ||||
Year Range | 2017-2018 | ||||
Aspiration | Turbocharged | ||||
Spark Plug OE# | 12120039664 | ||||
Rear Differential Fluid | .8 Liters Hypoid G3 | ||||
Front Differential Fluid | .6 Liters Hypoid G2 | ||||
Transfer Case Fluid | .68 Liters TF0870 |
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