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BMW 323 Ci

General information

ModelBMW 323 Ci
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2494 ccm (152.18 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power172.40 PS (127 kW or 170 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque245.00 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 180.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed206.0 km/h (128.0 mph)
0-60 miles7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1206 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 287 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 277 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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