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BMW 318i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 318i Automatic
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving13.2 litres/100 km (17.89 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.16 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.1 litres/100 km (33.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.60 PS (86 kW or 116 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression9.7:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 83.5 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0843 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5090 litres (1,345 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 286 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 280 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1395 kg (3,075.4 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)
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