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BMW 318i

General information

ModelBMW 318i
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating63.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power129.00 PS (95 kW or 127 HP) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Max torque200.00 Nm (20.4 kgf-m or 147.5 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed213.0 km/h (132.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0925 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAutomatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1395 kg (3,075.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1880 kg (4,144.7 pounds)
Towing weight1250 kg (2,755.8 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR25930
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