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BMW 318Ti Compact

General information

ModelBMW 318Ti Compact
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1994 ccm (121.67 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1994 ccm (121.67 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power143.00 PS (105 kW or 141 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque200.00 Nm (20.4 kgf-m or 147.5 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed218.0 km/h (135.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1025 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space1100 litres (291 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1395 kg (3,075.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR23580
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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