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BMW 318is Coupe

General information

ModelBMW 318is Coupe
Year1991
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power141.90 PS (104 kW or 140 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque175.00 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.2 seconds
0-60 miles10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1144 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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