BMW 330i Tail Light Bulb Size

The BMW 330i tail light requires 2 distinct bulb sizes: P21W and P21/4W, with each size serving specific functions in the rear lighting assembly. The replacement chart covers vehicle production spanning 2001 to 2006, detailing bulb specifications across this model generation.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Bulb Size by Year Range

If US Type and EU Type show the same value, a direct cross-reference for this bulb is not available or the data is insufficient.

YearsUS TypeEU TypeShop
2004-20061156P21WCheck Price
2001-2003P21/4WP21/4WCheck Price

Bulb Specifications

Description Type Shop
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with BA15s bayonet base. 12V, 21W.P21WCheck Price
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. 12V, 21W.1156Check Price
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAZ15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/4W.P21/4WCheck Price

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