Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 330e xDrive.
The 2021 BMW 330e xDrive is engineered with an Automatic (S8) transmission and specific lubrication needs, including a 5.6 qt engine oil capacity using BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ or LL-17FE+ viscosity. Reliability data for this model year indicates 5 recalls alongside 3 total owner complaints that concentrate primarily within the Power Train, Electrical System, and Engine areas. This balance of factory actions and owner feedback establishes the baseline for researchers evaluating the vehicle's dependability profile.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11429886567. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 11429886567 alt 11428575211 |
| Engine air filter | 13718580428 |
| Spark plug | 12122455258 |
| Battery | 61215B3F325 alt 61216805461 |
| Front wiper blades | 61619478361 |
| Thermostat | 11539468021 alt 11539468022 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119382885 alt 64119382886 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 185.4 in |
| Overall width | 72 in |
| Overall height | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Curb weight | 3902 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 63 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 22 / 30 / 25 MPGe |
| Electric range | 290 mi |
| Charge time (240V) | 3.0 hr |
| Electric motor | 80 kW DCPM |
| Energy use | 51.0 kWh/100mi |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 94 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 9 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.6 qt of BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ or LL-17FE+ engine oil, BMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF3 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.2 qt |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | BMW G5 Hypoid Axle Oil P/N 83 22 2 471 487 |
| Engine Oil | BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.6 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 14.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Head Instructions | Only use new bolts. |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | Use new bolts only. 88.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential Fill Plug | 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Differential drain Plug | Use new drain plug. ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46YF |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 7.3 ft. lbs., Step 2: 7.3 | 7.3 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Owner complaints about the 2021 BMW 330e xDrive dominate in one area — the power train,electrical system,engine, 1 of 3 reports (33%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 5 recall campaigns target the power train,electrical system,engine, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train,electrical system,engine pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on…
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW…
Showing 5 of 217 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B720225 | 2025-06-11 | Air Bags | The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive… |
| B010825 | 2025-05-13 | Structure | A vehicle listed above may arrive with a Check Control Message (CCM), and/or malfunction… |
| B010725 | 2025-04-15 | Structure | The Radiator Grilles Lower Active Air Flap Assembly limited warranty for defects in… |
| B120721 | 2024-03-04 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care. Voltage… |
| B640422 | 2024-02-16 | Electrical System | An interference noise (groaning noise) can be heard from within the heating and… |
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5.6 qt of BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ or LL-17FE+, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 22 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 290 miles.