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BMW 316i Compact

General information

ModelBMW 316i Compact
Year1994
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power104.1 PS (77 kW or 103 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 72.0 mm (3.3 x 2.8 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed189.0 km/h (117.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.6 seconds
0-50 miles8.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0900 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1160 kg (2,557.4 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2710 mm (106.7 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)
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