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BMW 318i

General information

ModelBMW 318i
Year1984
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating51 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1766 ccm (107.76 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1766 ccm (107.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power104.40 PS (77 kW or 103 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed178.0 km/h (110.6 mph)
0-60 miles10.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1044 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1000 kg (2,204.6 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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