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BMW 320d Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 320d Automatic
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1951 ccm (119.05 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving9.2 litres/100 km (25.57 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving6.9 litres/100 km (34.09 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving5.6 litres/100 km (42.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1951 ccm (119.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power135.90 PS (100 kW or 134 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed207.0 km/h (128.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0921 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 294 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1476 kg (3,254.0 pounds)
Overall length4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions184.0 g/km
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