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BMW 318i Touring Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 318i Touring Automatic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.4 litres/100 km (32.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
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
GearboxAutomatic, 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

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space1150 litres (304 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1395 kg (3,075.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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