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BMW 518i

General information

ModelBMW 518i
Year1990
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1794 ccm (109.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power114.60 PS (84 kW or 113 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque161.00 Nm (16.4 kgf-m or 118.8 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 81.0 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed194.0 km/h (120.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0843 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1360 kg (2,998.3 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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