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BMW 318

General information

ModelBMW 318
Year1982
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating51 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1765 ccm (107.70 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
Transmission4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1765 ccm (107.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 71.0 mm (3.5 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0882 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Dimensions and weight

Weight1020 kg (2,248.7 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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