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BMW 318 Compact

General information

ModelBMW 318 Compact
Year2002
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power115.00 PS (85 kW or 113 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque175.00 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 81.0 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0885 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4870 litres (1,287 gallons)
Cargo space310 litres (82 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1302 kg (2,870.4 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)
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