Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 330e.
The 2021 BMW 330e features an S8 automatic transmission and requires 5.6 quarts of BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ or LL-17FE+ viscosity oil. This model year is defined by five recalls and a total of three owner complaints. These reports specifically target the engine, electrical system, and power train, establishing the primary areas of concern for the vehicle's reliability history.
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 | 61217555719 alt 61216806755 |
| 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 | 25 / 33 / 28 MPGe |
| Electric range | 320 mi |
| Charge time (240V) | 3.0 hr |
| Electric motor | 80 kW DCPM |
| Energy use | 45.0 kWh/100mi |
| Drivetrain | Rear-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 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 0.85 qt |
| Engine Oil | BMW LongLife LL-14FE+ |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.6 qt |
| 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.
The 2021 BMW 330e, representing the first model year of this plug-in hybrid variant, shows notably higher activity across all problem categories compared to 2022: 3 complaints versus 1, 5 recalls versus 0, and 217 TSBs versus 78. This pattern is typical of a new model launch year, where manufacturers address initial teething issues through recalls and service bulletins. The single federal investigation carried over into 2022, suggesting an unresolved issue from 2021 that carried into the next model year. The three complaints are spread across diverse system combinations—power train/engine/electrical, steering/brakes/electrical, and power train/engine/fuel—no single dominant failure mode emerges, which indicates variety rather than a systematic defect. Notably, there were zero crash and zero fire complaints. The takeaway is that 2021 represents the more problematic launch year within this generation, but the relatively low complaint count (3) combined with the high recall and TSB activity suggests BMW actively addressed defects during the model year rather than ignoring them; a 2021 example may have already received necessary recall repairs, making it a viable option if the service history is verified.
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 25 city / 33 highway / 28 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 320 miles.