Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 330i.
The 2022 BMW 330i is presented in the EPA’s fuel‑economy data as achieving 26 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 30 mpg combined, and it is paired with an Automatic (S8) transmission. Its sole recorded owner complaint places it at the low end of a historical complaint profile that peaked at 121 grievances in 2001 and spans model years 1999‑2011, while the current year reports zero recalls. Consequently, the 2022 model year marks a notable reduction in reported issues relative to the model’s earlier track record.
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 | 61217604808 alt 61216806755 |
| Front wiper blades | 61619478361 |
| Thermostat | 11539468021 alt 11539468022 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119382886 alt 64119382885 |
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 | 3494 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 63 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 52/48 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 26 / 36 / 30 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 94 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 330i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 330 330e PHEV Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec | 5.00 sec | 13.70 sec | 288 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | 330 330e PHEV Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec | 5.00 sec | 13.60 sec | 288 hp | RWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.10 sec | 13.80 sec | 255 hp | RWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i xDrive Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.20 sec | 13.90 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.30 sec | 14.00 sec | 255 hp | RWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.40 sec | 14.00 sec | 255 hp | RWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i xDrive Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.50 sec | 14.10 sec | 255 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | 330 330i Sedan (M Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 5.60 sec | 14.20 sec | 255 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 14.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | Use new bolts only. 88.0 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103.0 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 |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2022 BMW 330i sits within a generation that shows a sharp rise in complaints beginning in 2001, with 121 complaints compared to zero in 1999 and 2000, while recalls remain relatively low (7 in 2001 versus 2–3 in earlier years). 2011 data shows a slight decline in complaints (0) but a modest recall count (3), indicating a brief improvement before the 2022 model year. The 2022 model itself records only a single complaint in the “Unknown Or Other” category and no crash or fire complaints, a markedly cleaner profile than the peak of 2001. This places the 2022 year near the lower end of the complaint trend, suggesting it is a reliable choice within this generation. Overall, the 2022 330i appears to be a solid buy given its low complaint and recall figures relative to the historical arc.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 78 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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… |
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
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EPA figures are 26 city / 36 highway / 30 combined mpg.