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BMW 325ti Compact Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 325ti Compact Automatic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2493 ccm (152.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.14 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2493 ccm (152.12 cubic inches)
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 6000 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 systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1315 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space310 litres (82 gallons)
Optional cargo space1100 litres (291 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1460 kg (3,218.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1905 kg (4,199.8 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions178.0 g/km
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