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(December 2010) BMW Compact (E36) Manufacturer BMW Production 1993–2000 371,498 built [1] Successor BMW E46 Compact Class Compact car Body style(s) 3-door hatchback Layout FR layout Engine(s) 1.6 L I4 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) 1.9 L 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) 1.8 L I4 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) 1.9 L I4 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) 2.5 L I6 170 PS (130 kW; 170 hp) 1.6 L I4 Petrol/Biogas 87 PS (64 kW; 86 hp) 1.7 L I4 diesel 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) Wheelbase 2,700 mm (110 in) Length 4,210 mm (166 in) Width 1,700 mm (67 in) Curb weight 1,175 kg (2,590 lb)−1,290 kg (2,800 lb) 1995 BMW 318ti 1995 BMW 318ti Sport The BMW Compact is a compact car / small family car, basically a truncated liftback version of the BMW 3 Series, produced by the German automaker BMW between 1993 and 2004. From 1994, it was based on the BMW E36 platform, switching to the BMW E46 platform in 2001. Production of BMW Compact ceased in 2004 when it was succeeded by the 1 Series. The car was available in 316i, 316g (compressed natural gas)[2], 318ti, 318tds (diesel) and later as a 323ti. The title 'Ti'(Touring International), is unique to the Compact range and is used on the more powerful versions, harking back to the BMW New Class 'Tii' models of the sixties. Contents 1 E36 Compact (E36/5) 1.1 Engines and Performance 1.2 Interior and Trims 1.3 Sales 2 BMW 3 Series Compact (E46) 3 Racing 4 Engines 4.1 E46 5 References 6 External links [edit] E36 Compact (E36/5) From front bumper to A pillar, the Compact is identical to the BMW 3 Series (E36) sedan, sharing the front fenders, bumpers, lights, windshield, wing mirrors, and the hood. As with the entire E36 range, the E36/5 also shares an identical wheelbase. Similarities with the E36 sedan/coupe range end here; from the A pillar rearwards, the E36/5 is unique from others in the E36 range featuring unique framed doors, windows, roof, trunk pan, taillights, and suspension. The BMW E36/5 Compact shares its suspension with the BMW Z3. The front employs the E36's standard MacPherson strut design, while the and rear suspension uses a semi trailing arm from the previous model BMW 3 Series (E30). The E36/5 made use of the older semi-trailing arm rear axle, as opposed to the E36's Z-Axle Multi-link suspension, as the trailing arm design was smaller, it allowed for more a lower trunk floor height, fold down rear seats, and an exterior undermounted compact spare tire. The inherent design of the trailing arm suspension was that it favoured oversteer. Consequently, the Compact received mixed reviews from the automotive press, some claiming the chassis was the most balanced of the E36 range, while others said that the car wandered and darted in a straight line, and was uncomposed in the corners. It is the rarest and most sought after[citation needed] of the E36 318 lineup by enthusiasts, being the lightest, fastest, best handling and least expensive. [edit] Engines and Performance In North America, the sole engine available was the DOHC 1.8 litre, 138 bhp (103 kW; 140 PS) four-cylinder BMW M42 engine for the 1995 model year. In 1996, to make the car compliant with OBD-II, the engine was updated and expanded to 1.9 liters BMW M44. Consequently, all E36 Compacts sold in North America were in 318ti form. Outside North America, consumers had a wider range of engine choices. Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 316i 1,596 cc (1.596 L; 97.4 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5500 rpm 150 N·m (110 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B16 12.3 188 km/h (117 mph) 1994–1999 316i 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) @5300 rpm 165 N·m (122 lb·ft) @2500 rpm M43B19 11.9 190 km/h (120 mph) 1999–2001 318ti 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @4500 rpm M42B18 9.9 209 km/h (130 mph) 1994–1995 318ti 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 180 N·m (130 lb·ft) @4300 rpm M44B19 9.9 209 km/h (130 mph) 1995–1998 323ti 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @5500 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B25 7.8 250 km/h (160 mph) 1997–2001 318tds 1,665 cc (1.665 L; 101.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Diesel 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4400 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @2000 rpm M41D17 13.9 175 km/h (109 mph) 1995–2001 [edit] Interior and Trims Apart from a simple one piece dashboard, the E36 Compact shared the same seats and trim as the full-sized 3-series. The North American 318ti came in three different trim levels; Base, Active and Sport. Active package offered comfort items such as an on-board computer, cruise control, leather seats, alloy wheels, foglights and sunroof. The sport package equipped the car with M-technic suspension, foglights, alloy wheels, sport seats, and for 1995 only, a limited slip differential. A Clubsport edition was offered in the model year 1995. The car had upgraded suspension, limited slip differential, sport seats, and full M-aerodynamic package including front and rear bumpers as well as side mirrors. It should be noted the Sport package for 1995 318ti would be identical to the Clubsport edition as had all the performance upgrades, but has no exterior distinction from the base model. Starting 1996, the sport package included the M-aerodynamic package like the Clubsport model, with the exception of standard side mirror, and the limited slip differential was no longer available. All 1999 318ti's came with the sport package. Also there is a very rare California edition of the vehicle, introduced in 1996, featured a Webasto style folding canvas roof reminiscent of those used in the Citroën 2CV. In 1996, to celebrate the 50th birthday of the German automobile magazine Auto, Motor und Sport handbuilt (at least) one M3 compact. The car embodied all the technical and optical characteristics of the stock E36 M3, but in the compact body, and more. A quad exhaust tip, Recaro sports seats, four-point seatbelts and an alcantara steering wheel and gear lever were specific for this model. The car was widely regarded as a test mule for the Z3 M Coupe. The car was donated to the automobile magazine, but there are no details of the car's present whereabouts. During 1993/4, BMW built several prototype 5-door compacts, which looked outwardly even more similar to the saloon right back to the C-pillar. However, following the initially disappointing sales response to the Compact (in comparison to the Saloon & Coupe models) BMW decided not to offer a 5-door variant. The prototypes were stripped and the bodyshells disposed of. [edit] Sales The E36 Compact was very popular in its home market in Europe, which prompted BMW to market the car to North America for the 1995 model year. The E36 Compact's front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout was unique for the segment, giving it no direct competitors in North America. When introduced in the United States and Canada, despite being reasonably priced, starting at $19,900 (USD), the 318ti never enjoyed popularity in North America. While consumers desired a less expensive BMW, North American consumers, America in particular, dislike the hatchback bodystyle. Also the popularity of sport utility vehicles at the time overshadowed the compact BMW. BMW ceased importation of the BMW Compact to North America after the 1999 model year after a very short 4 year run due to a combination of poor sales, and BMW's desire to reposition themselves more upmarket by phasing out all 4-cylinder vehicles with the introduction of the new BMW E46 3-series. The failure of the E36 Compact precluded the E46 Compact's entry into the North American market. The failure of the E36 BMW Compact in North America also prompted BMW to reconfigure the BMW Compact's ultimate successor, the BMW 1 Series, from a hatchback to a coupe before attempting to market the car in North America again. [edit] BMW 3 Series Compact (E46) BMW Compact (E46/5) Manufacturer BMW Production 2000–2004 Successor BMW 1 series Class Compact car Body style(s) 3-door hatchback Layout FR layout Engine(s) 1.8 L I4 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) 2.0 L I4 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) 2.5 L I6 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp) 2.0 L I4 diesel 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) 2.0 L I4 diesel 150 PS (110 kW; 150 hp) Wheelbase 2,725 mm (107.3 in) Length 4,260 mm (168 in) Width 1,750 mm (69 in) Curb weight 1,300 kg (2,900 lb)−1,405 kg (3,100 lb) The TI/Compact was redesigned in 2000 as part of the E46 line. Build and quality of finish was much-improved over that of the E36 Compact. Despite this, the E46 Compact was not as successful[citation needed] as its predecessor. The E46 Compact was never marketed in North America, leaving its sole direct competitor in the class, the latecomer W203 Mercedes-Benz CLC-Class, to be the lone choice in the segment. The Mercedes, like the E36 Compact, also never enjoyed popularity in North America. The E46 Compact does not feature styling similar to the rest of E46 cars. Most notably, the headlight assembly on the Compact models differ greatly from either coupe, sedan/touring models. BMW E46 Compact The TI/Compact is mechanically identical to the E46-series saloon, estate, coupe and convertible - in a package eight inches shorter. The steering was also sharpened, offering a quicker rack than any other 3 Series model In 2004, the TI/Compact was effectively replaced by the BMW 1 Series however the 1-Series did not appear in North America until 2008. [edit] Racing A Motorsport version of the car was briefly considered by BMW but it was concluded that such a production run would never return adequate profits. Despite this, the 16-valve versions 318ti compact and the various versions of the 318is (as 2 or 4-door E36, or as 2-door E30) won overall championships in the German endurance racing series on the Nürburgring, VLN [1] in 2002, 2004 & 2006 and RCN/CHC in 2003, as its class ("V2 standard cars up to 1850 cc") usually has the most entries due to the low costs, and thus slightly more points are rewarded according to the special scoring system. Yet, it was beaten to both the VLN and the RCN/CHC title by 1600 cc Opel Corsa once (VLN 2003, RCN/CHC 2005). [edit] Engines [edit] E46 Model Years Engine and code Displ. Power Torque 316ti 2001–2004 I4 16V N42/N46B18 1796 cc 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5500 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm 318ti 2001–2004 I4 16V N42/N46B20 1995 cc 105 kW (143 PS; 141 hp) @ 6000 rpm 200 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 3750 rpm 325ti 2001–2004 I6 24V M54B25 2494 cc 141 kW (192 PS; 189 hp) @ 6000 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @ 3500 rpm 318td 2003–2004 I4 16V M47D20 1995 cc 85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 4000 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @ 1750 rpm 320td 2001–2004 I4 16V M47D20 1995 cc 110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 4000 rpm 330 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 2000 rpm [edit] References ^ Eberhard Kittler: Deutsche Autos seit 1990, vol. 5. Motorbuch Verlag, Stuttgart 2001. ISBN 3-613-02128-5, p.134. Note: 2000 not included. ^ "RealOEM BMW Parts Catalog". realoem.com. http://www.realoem.com/bmw/partgrp.do?model=CH11&mospid=47450&hg=13&fg=25. 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(June 2009) BMW 3 Series (E36) Manufacturer BMW Production 1990–2000 Assembly Cairo, Egypt[1] (Modern Motors) Munich, Germany Predecessor BMW E30 Successor BMW E46 Class Compact executive car Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 4-door station wagon 2-door hatchback Layout FR layout Engine(s) Petrol Engines: 1.6L I4 1.8L I4 1.8L I4 16 valve 1.9L I4 16 valve 2.0L I6 24 valve 2.5L I6 24 valve 2.8L I6 24 valve 3.0L I6 24 valve 3.2L I6 24 valve Diesel Engines: 1.7L I4 Turbodiesel 2.5L I6 Turbodiesel Transmission(s) 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic Wheelbase 106.3 in (2700 mm) Length saloon & 1996-98 Coupe: 174.5 in (4432 mm) Coupe & Convertible: 174.5 in (4432 mm) Compact: 165.7 in (4209 mm) Width 1992-95 saloon: 66.8 in (1697 mm) Coupe & 1996-98 saloon: 66.9 in (1699 mm) Convertible: 67.3 in (1709 mm) Compact: 66.9 in (1699 mm) Height saloon: 54.8 in (1392 mm) Coupe: 53.8 in (1367 mm) Convertible: 53.1 in (1349 mm) Compact: 54.8 in (1392 mm) Related BMW M3 BMW Z3 The BMW E36 is the third generation of the 3 Series compact executive cars produced by BMW. It was introduced in late 1990 (as a 1991 model) for Europe and in late 1991 (as a 1992 model) for US and Canada. It was the successor to the E30 3 Series and was eventually replaced by the E46 3 Series in 1998, though E36 coupes were still produced for the 1999 model year. The E36 experienced enormous success in the market. It laid strong foundations for the success that the BMW E46 experienced in subsequent years. Also known as the "dolphin shape", the E36 was sold from 1991 through 1999. All E36 saloons, coupes, and station wagons employed the "Z-axle" multilink suspension in the rear which had been proven in the Z1. The hatchback body style, known as the E36/5 or BMW Compact, was identical to the regular E36 from front bumper to A-pillar. In order to save space due to its truncated rear end, the Compact used a rear semi-trailing arm suspension based on the old E30 (also found in the Z3 and M Coupe), instead of the Z-Axle Multilink employed in all other E36's. In the United States, the four-door E36 were on sale by fall 1991, while the E30 coupes were retained until well into 1992 when they were replaced by E36 coupes. The E36 convertible was delayed until 1994. The hatchback body style, known as the BMW Compact, was introduced in 1995 starting with the 318ti, being very popular in Europe but largely unsuccessful in North America. The "Touring" station wagon was sold in Europe from 1995, but was not available in the United States. DOHC engines were used across the range (except in entry level models, see table below), with VANOS variable valve timing introduced in 1993. The 2.5 L M50B25 used in the 325i models was replaced in 1996 with the 2.8 L M52B28, creating the 328 line. Another 2.5 L I6 engine, the M52B25, was reintroduced for 1998 but badged as the 323i rather than 325i. Contents 1 International models 1.1 Saloons 1.2 Coupes 1.3 Convertibles (Cabriolets) 1.4 Touring (Wagons) 1.5 Compact 2 US/Canada models 3 Other platform applications 4 Motorsports 5 Success 6 References 7 External links [edit] International models Each model is followed by its particular engine code. [edit] Saloons Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 316i 1,596 cc (1.596 L; 97.4 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) @5500 rpm 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5500 rpm 141 N·m (104 lb·ft) @4250 rpm 150 N·m (110 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M40B16 M43B16 13.1 12.7 191 km/h (119 mph) 195 km/h (121 mph) 1990–1993 1993–1998 318i 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp) @5500 rpm 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @5500 rpm 162 N·m (119 lb·ft) @4250 rpm 168 N·m (124 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M40B18 M43B18 11.5 11.3 198 km/h (123 mph) 201 km/h (125 mph) 1990–1993 1993–1998 318is 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @4500 rpm 180 N·m (130 lb·ft) @4300 rpm M42B18 M44B19 10.2 213 km/h (132 mph) 1992–1996 1996–1998 320i 1,991 cc (1.991 L; 121.5 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5900 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4700 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M50B20 M52B20 10.0 9.9 214 km/h (133 mph) 1991–1994 1994–1998 323i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @5500 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B25 8.0 231 km/h (144 mph) 1995–1998 325i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp) @5900 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @4700 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M50B25 M50B25 8.0 7.5 233 km/h (145 mph) 1991–1993 1993–1995 328i 2,793 cc (2.793 L; 170.4 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 193 PS (142 kW; 190 hp) @5300 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B28 7.0 240 km/h (150 mph) 1994–1998 M3 2,990 cc (2.99 L; 182 cu in) 3,201 cc (3.201 L; 195.3 cu in) 6cyl DOHC s24V Petrol 286 PS (210 kW; 282 hp) @7000 rpm 321 PS (236 kW; 317 hp) @7400 rpm 320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @3600 rpm 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @3250 rpm S50B30 S50B32 5.4 5.2 250 km/h (160 mph) 1992–1995 1995–1998 318tds 1,665 cc (1.665 L; 101.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Diesel 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4400 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @2000 rpm M41D17 14.4 182 km/h (113 mph) 1994–1998 325td 2,498 cc (2.498 L; 152.4 cu in) 6cyl SOHC 12V Diesel 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @4800 rpm 222 N·m (164 lb·ft) @1900 rpm 230 N·m (170 lb·ft) @1900 rpm M51D25 M51D25 12.0 198 km/h (123 mph) 1991–1996 1996–1998 325tds 2,498 cc (2.498 L; 152.4 cu in) 6cyl SOHC 12V Diesel 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) @4800 rpm 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) @4600 rpm 260 N·m (190 lb·ft) @2200 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @2200 rpm M51D25 M51D25 10.4 214 km/h (133 mph) 1993–1996 1996–1998 [edit] Coupes Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 316i 1,596 cc (1.596 L; 97.4 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5500 rpm 150 N·m (110 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B16 11.3 201 km/h (125 mph) 1993–1998 318is 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @4500 rpm 180 N·m (130 lb·ft) @4300 rpm M42B18 M44B19 10.2 213 km/h (132 mph) 1992–1996 1996–1999 320i 1,991 cc (1.991 L; 121.5 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5900 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4700 rpm M50B20 M52B20 10.0 9.9 214 km/h (133 mph) 1992–1993 1993–1999 323i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @5500 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B25 8.0 227 km/h (141 mph) 1995–1999 325i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp) @5900 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M50B25 7.3 233 km/h (145 mph) 1992–1995 328i 2,793 cc (2.793 L; 170.4 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 193 PS (142 kW; 190 hp) @5300 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B28 6.9 236 km/h (147 mph) 1995–1999 M3 2,990 cc (2.99 L; 182 cu in) 3,201 cc (3.201 L; 195.3 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 295 PS (217 kW; 291 hp) @7000 rpm 321 PS (236 kW; 317 hp) @7400 rpm 323 N·m (238 lb·ft) @3900 rpm 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @3250 rpm S50B30 S50B32 5.9 5.4 250 km/h (160 mph) 1993–1995 1995–1999 [edit] Convertibles (Cabriolets) Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 318i 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @5500 rpm 168 N·m (124 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B18 10.5 194 km/h (121 mph) 1994–1998 320i 1,991 cc (1.991 L; 121.5 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5900 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4700 rpm M50B20 10.6 211 km/h (131 mph) 1993–1994 320i 1,991 cc (1.991 L; 121.5 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5900 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M52B20 10.6 211 km/h (131 mph) 1994–1998 325i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp) @5900 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M50B25 8.6 229 km/h (142 mph) 1993–1995 328i 2,793 cc (2.793 L; 170.4 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 193 PS (142 kW; 190 hp) @5300 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B28 7.7 230 km/h (140 mph) 1995–1999 M3 3,201 cc (3.201 L; 195.3 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 321 PS (236 kW; 317 hp) @7400 rpm 350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @3250 rpm S50B32 5.6 250 km/h (160 mph) 1996–1999 [edit] Touring (Wagons) Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 316i 1,596 cc (1.596 L; 97.4 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5500 rpm 150 N·m (110 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B16 13.2 191 km/h (119 mph) 1997–1999 318i 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @5500 rpm 168 N·m (124 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B18 11.7 197 km/h (122 mph) 1995–1999 320i 1,991 cc (1.991 L; 121.5 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5900 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @4200 rpm M52B20 10.2 212 km/h (132 mph) 1995–1999 323i 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @5500 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B25 8.3 223 km/h (139 mph) 1996–1999 328i 2,793 cc (2.793 L; 170.4 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 193 PS (142 kW; 190 hp) @5300 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B28 7.0 230 km/h (140 mph) 1995–1999 318tds 1,665 cc (1.665 L; 101.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Diesel 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4400 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @2000 rpm M41D17 14.5 179 km/h (111 mph) 1995–1999 325tds 2,498 cc (2.498 L; 152.4 cu in) 6cyl SOHC 12V Diesel 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) @4800 rpm 260 N·m (190 lb·ft) @2200 rpm M51D25 10.5 206 km/h (128 mph) 1995–1996 325tds 2,498 cc (2.498 L; 152.4 cu in) 6cyl SOHC 12V Diesel 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) @4600 rpm 280 N·m (210 lb·ft) @2200 rpm M51D25 10.5 206 km/h (128 mph) 1996–1999 [edit] Compact Main article: BMW Compact Name Volume Engine Valvetrain Fuel Output Torque Engine code 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years 316i 1,596 cc (1.596 L; 97.4 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5500 rpm 150 N·m (110 lb·ft) @3900 rpm M43B16 12.3 188 km/h (117 mph) 1994–1999 316i 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Petrol 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) @5300 rpm 165 N·m (122 lb·ft) @2500 rpm M43B19 11.9 190 km/h (120 mph) 1999–2000 318ti 1,796 cc (1.796 L; 109.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @4500 rpm M42B18 9.9 209 km/h (130 mph) 1994–1995 318ti 1,895 cc (1.895 L; 115.6 cu in) 4cyl DOHC 16V Petrol 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @6000 rpm 180 N·m (130 lb·ft) @4300 rpm M44B19 9.9 209 km/h (130 mph) 1995–1998 323ti 2,494 cc (2.494 L; 152.2 cu in) 6cyl DOHC 24V Petrol 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @5500 rpm 245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @3950 rpm M52B25 7.8 230 km/h (140 mph) 1997–2000 318tds 1,665 cc (1.665 L; 101.6 cu in) 4cyl SOHC 8V Diesel 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4400 rpm 190 N·m (140 lb·ft) @2000 rpm M41D17 13.9 175 km/h (109 mph) 1995–2000 [edit] US/Canada models 318i, 318is, 318ic (1992–1995) M42B18 318ti (1994–1996) M42B18 318i, 318ti (1996–1998) M44B19 320i (1994) M52B20 323i, 323is, 323ic (1996–1998) M52B25 325i, 325is, 325ic (1992) M50B25 325i, 325is, 325ic (1993–1995) M50TUB25 328i, 328is, 328ic (1996–1998) M52B28 M3 (1995-1999 coupe, 1997-1998 sedan, 1998-1999 convertible) S50B30US (1995) and S52B32 (1996–1999) [edit] Other platform applications 316 Coupe 1.6 L engine BMW made an entry level version of the E36 called the BMW Compact, a three-door hatchback. This platform is often referred to as the E36/5. In the United States/Canada market the car was sold as the 318ti and was equipped with a 1.8L I4, 139 bhp (104 kW; 141 PS) M42B18 engine and was priced at USD23,000 in 1995. In 1996 the 1.8 liter engine was replaced with 1.9L M44B19 putting out 142 bhp (106 kW; 144 PS) and 133 ft·lbf (180 N·m) of torque. Ostensibly due to slow US sales of the E36/5 Compact, the E46 Compact was not sold in the United States. A modified version of the E36 platform designated as E36/7 was used for the BMW Z3 roadster in 1996-2002. The modification for the BMW Z3 Coupe was designated as E36/8. Even though the BMW factory was producing its own E36 convertibles, the Baur "Top Cabriolet" conversion was still available, possibly out of respect for the long association of the two firms. [edit] Motorsports The 1998 24 Hours Nürburgring was won by a diesel for the first time - a BMW E36 320d, aided by its diesel engine requiring fewer fuel stops than rivals.[2][3] [edit] Success Sales figures for 3 Series coupes, saloons, and convertibles were at all time highs in North America and Europe.[citation needed] 1991–1996 BMW 318i saloon 1996–1998 BMW 323i saloon E36 Wagon BMW 3-Series convertible E36 (US) 1995–1996 BMW 328i convertible (Australia) 1996 BMW M3 Coupé BMW M3 saloon E36 3-Series saloon (US) Baur Convertible 318ti Compact [edit] References ^ "Bmw. Bmw In Egypt". Car-cat.com. http://car-cat.com/firm-348.html. Retrieved 2010-05-12.  ^ Roy McNeill, Copyright BMW World 1999-2005. "BMW World - Nürburgring 24 Hours". Usautoparts.net. http://www.usautoparts.net/bmw/racing/nurburgring.htm. Retrieved 2010-02-12.  ^ "BMW motorsport press release". http://bmwsport.net/index2.php?option=com_content&do_pdf=1&id=171. Retrieved 2010-10-03.  [edit] External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to: BMW E36 Official BMW 3 Series BMW E36 DIY BMW 3 Series at the Open Directory Project v • d • e « previous — BMW road car timeline, 1980s–present Type Series 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 Small family 3 Compact E36/5 E46/5 1 Series E81 / E82 / E87 / E88 F20 Compact exec 3 Series E21 E30 E36 E46 E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 Executive 5 Series E12 E28 E34 E39 E60 / E61 F10 / F11 Luxury Coupé 6 Series E24 E63 / E64 F12 / F13 Luxury 7 Series E23 E32 E38 E65 / E66 / E67 / E68 F01 / F02 / F03 / F04 Roadster Z Series E30 (Z1) E36/7 & E36/8 (Z3) E85 / E86 (Z4) E89 (Z4) M M3 E30 M3 E36 M3 E46 M3 E90/92/93 M3 M5 E28 M5 E34 M5 E39 M5 E60/61 M5 M6 E24 M635CSi/"M6" E63/64 M6 M Roadster E36/7 (Z3) M E85 (Z4) M M Coupé E36/8 M Coupé E86 M Coupé Supercar/GT E26 (M1) E31 (8 series) E52 (Z8) Sports Activity X1 E84 X3 E83 F25 X5 E53 E70 X6 E71 / E72 Progressive Activity 5 GT F07 || if(window.yzq_d==null)window.yzq_d=new Object(); window.yzq_d['TNAqVNmSu3g-']='&U=12cjk0cpk%2fN%3dTNAqVNmSu3g-%2fC%3d-1%2fD%3dHEAD%2fB%3d-1%2fV%3d0'; if(window.yzq_d==null)window.yzq_d=new Object(); window.yzq_d['TdAqVNmSu3g-']='&U=13lel86u7%2fN%3dTdAqVNmSu3g-%2fC%3d200127901.202054760.203318772.200000042%2fD%3dN%2fB%3d201139883%2fV%3d1'; HomeNews/ReviewsFeaturesPhotosBuySellForumVideosGreen CentreParis if(window.yzq_d==null)window.yzq_d=new Object(); window.yzq_d['VNAqVNmSu3g-']='&U=12a8gc7v7%2fN%3dVNAqVNmSu3g-%2fC%3d-1%2fD%3dMH%2fB%3d-1%2fV%3d0'; BMW 3 Series Compact (1994 - 2001) : GOING TO WORK WITH A SAWN-OFF Show more Photos Friday October 13 Models Covered: (3 dr hatchback 1.6, 1.8, 1.9 petrol, 1. 7 diesel [base, SE, Sport] )BY ANDY ENRIGHTThe BMW 3-Series Compact is a car that has had a mixed reception in the UK. Many saw the car as a cut-price, outdated BMW for those suckered by the blue propeller badge on the bonnet. Others saw it as an entertaining alternative to the standard hot-hatchback fare. Whichever camp you find yourself in theres no denying that, even with the entry-level models, youre buying into all of the quality and depth of engineering for which the Munich firm have become renowned. As a used buy, the Compact opens BMW ownership up to those who were previously looking at far more mundane transport. A good thing or not? You decide.There are of course differences under the skin between the 3 Series Compact and its saloon basis. Dont lose any sleep over them though, unless you really dont want to be limited to the Compacts three-door only bodystyle. This car remains every inch a true BMW and youll feel it every time you slam the door and slide behind the wheel. Apart from the door count, the most obvious difference is the Compacts unique fascia. In essence, its the same as the old-shape saloons, but this is a different moulding, one that contrives to look cheaper without being cheap, a sentiment which could be said to sum up this cars entire philosophy. The simpler suspension arrangement of the Compact has liberated a significant amount more space in the loading bay than would otherwise have been the case and the result - a generously proportioned, well-shaped boot - speaks for itself. Of course, the fact that the older layout is 10% cheaper to produce is merely a beneficial aside! BMWs are better specified than they used to be. Even the entry-level 316i Compact gets anti-lock brakes, a drivers airbag, seat belt pre-tensioners, side impact protection, a vehicle immobiliser, central locking with deadlocks and a three year warranty. The crucial thing is that especially as a used purchase, its no longer a variant that dealers need apologise for.Residual values of the BMW Compact demonstrate what many have suspected. The public is often right to ignore the views of spoilt road testers. They know a good product when they see one, and this is reflected by the fact that the Compact holds its value extremely well. Its possible to join the Compact club for as little as �2,800 for a good 1994 M-registered 316i or �3,300 if youd prefer the 318ti. The torquier 1.9-litre 318ti starts at �3,700 for a 1996 N-registered manual car. The 318ti Sport model starts at �4,400 for a 1998 R-plated edition, and a 316i Sport can be found for �4,800 for a 1999 T-registered example. Diesels start at �3,800, whilst a 1998 S-registered 318tds will be worth just over �4,300. Even the launch of the successive generations of 3 Series models have had little detrimental effect on Compact used values. Insurance ranges from Group 10 up to a hardly intimidating Group 14.The ultimate driving machine has an enviable reputation for reliability, but its not infallible. Early cars have a problem with cold starting and leaking radiators are a frequent issue. The interiors of cars built before the facelift of September 1996 are not as tightly screwed together, so check the quality of trim and fittings on early models. Window seals are also worth looking at, as they have been known to perish and leak. The engines and running gear are otherwise largely trouble-free. It may be worth checking the condition of tyres and listening for groaning rear axles. Being the economy model of the range its often the case that servicing has been skipped, so make sure the car youre looking at has been properly cared for. Avoid any Max Power specials with wide wheels and spoiler kits, as this will limit the resale to a very specialist audience. (approx based on a 1998 318ti) BMW spares prices have gained an enviable reputation for good value, and replacement parts for the Compact are no exception. A clutch assembly is around �130, whilst front brake pads weigh in at around �40. A radiator retails at approximately �130, whilst an alternator will cost around �185. For a starter motor youll be looking at �125 and a replacement headlamp will require �170. Three small words silence the vociferous claims of the hot hatch fraternity. Rear wheel drive. With power going to the back wheels leaving the front pair free to concentrate on steering the car, theres an unsullied purity to the handling of the Compact that many rivals lack. You wont encounter rabid wheelspin or loutish torque-steer when you accelerate the BMW. At higher speeds, the rear suspension betrays its age slightly, lacking the ability to iron flat bumps and dips in the manner of later BMW multi-link arrangements. Still, the car feels entertainingly perky and makes for a fun drive. The 316i Compacts latest 1.9-litre engine shaves one second off the earlier cars 0-60mph time, but more importantly for everyday use, pulling power is increased substantially: youll notice the need for fewer gear changes around town as a result. Pressing on, you can expect this entry-level cars 105bhp engine to be more useful than its predecessor. Mid-range is where it shines, producing a 50-75mph time of 11.4 seconds about the level of a warmish hot hatchback. In addition, the newer engine is more economical on fuel than the previous version, sipping an average of 37.2mpg compared with 36.7mpg. The 318ti is quicker still, the later 1. 9-litre models hitting sixty in 10 seconds flat, whilst the diesels need 14 seconds on their way to a top speed of 109mph. Outright speed is not what the Compact is all about. The ability to direct the car just where you want it to go, that frighteningly logical interior and the feel-good factor of the BMW propeller are the key ingredients to the Compact ownership proposition.Many will consider a used BMW 3 Series Compact a surprisingly expensive budget car. This is due to the fact that demand is still high for these models and the residual value has held very firm. Whilst this means that its unlikely youll pick up a bargain, it also means that unless fashions change dramatically, youll be able to sell on a Compact for a good proportion of what you bought it for. Early 318ti models are a particular favourite, combining a fair turn of speed with an affordable purchase price. Later cars are slightly harder to shift due to the relatively small price differential between them and equivalent 3 Series saloons. There are no shortage of Compacts around, so take your time and youll end up with a hatch to be proud of. The Ultimate Driving Machine? 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Loading... Upgrade to Flash Player 10 for improved playback performance. Upgrade Now or More Info. close 13,299 Like Add to Share Embed Short URL Email MySpace orkut hi5 Blogger Live Spaces Bebo StumbleUpon Loading... This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Sign In or Sign Up now! Mrdg89 | January 19, 2010 | 13 likes, 3 dislikes Test drive in a BMW 316i Compact. Filmed in The Netherlands. Mrdg89 | January 19, 2010 | 13 likes, 3 dislikes Test drive in a BMW 316i Compact. Filmed in The Netherlands. Category: Autos & Vehicles Tags: BMW 316i Compact Link to this comment: Share to: Uploader Comments (Mrdg89) Falcon21x 8 months ago Can you name it as "road tax"? And you pay for kilometers or for type of the car? We have to pay only basic insurance, the road tax is paid only by companies, then we have vignette for highways... Yes, this is our problem, we are afraid of tax :( Falcon21x 8 months ago Mrdg89 8 months ago No, we call it motor vehicle tax. The amount of tax depends on three factors: - weight of the car - which fuel (diesel car owners pay the most tax. Diesel is in the most cases profitable if you drive more then 30.000 km a year) - the province where you living in Mrdg89 8 months ago Falcon21x 8 months ago great vid! You have same driving style and car like me :) And I admire quality of your roads, after this winter, we have terrible roads in the CZ... Falcon21x 8 months ago Mrdg89 8 months ago Thanks! Yeah, the roads are really smooth in The Netherlands. But we pay enough tax for it! :D For example: I pay almost 500 euro tax per year. Mrdg89 8 months ago see all All Comments (19) Respond to this video... Sign In or Sign Up now to post a comment! V6POWA 4 days ago @Mrdg89 Yes but how much do you pay for fuel and insurance? The UK is by far the most expensive I believe. I am 500 euro for tax (£450), it is about 1.5euro per liter for petrol. I pay 4300euro per YEAR for car insurance. I am 20 and drive a Nissan 350z. V6POWA 4 days ago eflkmlfk 1 week ago very nice videooo:))) eflkmlfk 1 week ago SavilliMillard 3 weeks ago @Mrdg89 dont whine .. we pay for a car 3 times.... first be pay for the car, then the government tax is 25% of the amount, on top of that, we got 180% levy (tax too) :-D SavilliMillard 3 weeks ago VaToakaKay 3 months ago 1:38 BE CAREFUL ! HAHAHA :) VaToakaKay 3 months ago elemineseslapolla 4 months ago great video, always like to see a responsible person behind the wheel, it makes feel other people a lot safer than wanna be gangsta driving style. elemineseslapolla 4 months ago CristianoCR17Ronaldo 4 months ago one of my favourite cars! nice driving too CristianoCR17Ronaldo 4 months ago MK4GolfDriver 8 months ago It's nice to see a driver who respects their car & drives sensibly. Nice car too! 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Small is cool! Small is simply a Compact. 'BMW' that is. And the BMW badge sells! This model is the so called 316, well, not entirely as it has a 1.8 engine. And why does it have a Ti badge when it's not a turbo? Beats us so in this case , all will not be revealed. Our opinion of this compact car is as follows. The Compact appeared at the tail end of the last century, or if you prefer and think it sounds less ancient,in 1999 to be precise, and has since been facelifted into this model with its modern round headlamps and wing shaping to add fine detail to this small member of the BMW stable. Externally, the Compact has quite a few features which make it both a typical BMW and different to other marques. The rear light lenses were evidently before their time. This style of lighting is now very popular in the aftermarket sector for most current makes. The front lamps are also very distinguished managing to be both aggressive and smart and the prism shape also disperses and focuses the light very well. The rear of the car has a modest boot spoiler and the bonnet has the standard kidney shaped grille almost like a standardisation flag that flys for current Beemers. Makers have to try very hard to make a model both acceptable, wind efficient and still appealing to the eye. There are some who seem to put a face to their cars to add personality. If this is the case, then this one looks a little angry, giving what looks like a frown. Or am I simply being too imaginative? Inside, this little car is typically BMW in looks; the seats are robust and not very exciting to look at, in fact, the rear seating is simply boring and devoid of any features. They are very comfortable however, and give great upright support even though I still find them particularly hideous. The adjustment to the side seems very antiquated and visibly excessive for their application. The dash is similar to a Tissot watch. It is not a Tag and it's not a Timex. It's simply in the middle and acceptable. It does keep the instrumentation clear and accurate and appears not to have aged. The clocks have, for some time, been fitted in very similar guise to the 3 and 5 series. Even the BMW LT motorcycle has instrumentation clocks which appear to have originated from the Compact BMW 3 series range. As with all BMW models, the specification is not outstanding in the base models, you can almost double the cost of purchase price new if you fit too many extras to your car and the Compact range is no exception. This car had wheel covers and not alloys, no front fogs and not a great deal of goodies to entertain yourself with. Considering the cost price, it's a little extraordinary that BMW manage to sell any, bearing in mind that the market sector is one of the most competitive. It is no secret that BMW margins are greatly improved when the sales invoices are loaded with options. BMW would tempt you with the fact that you could make your new car unique. Why can't they still be unique and start from a higher spec level? Alloy wheels are not surely any more expensive than steel rims complete with plastic covers. Simple switch. Ample cooling. Effective, if not modern. The car tested ha air con which was a very simple affair without the frills of climate control or LED lighting. Just air con operated by means of a grey switch on a grey dash. The lighting switches are beyond unmistakable and very clear with their intent. Yes, they too are grey. The stereo is also grey. It is the BMW Business series and the sound is very good for standard fitment. The speakers are fitted front and rear and the sound system is adjustable to give a good sound whether listening to Chopin or The Clash. This car was fitted with the option of a multi play CD player in the boot which operated well from the stereo unit. A good feature with the juke box is that it is pretty useless to a thief as the unit will only work in another BMW. Hence. they are not generally stolen which all helps with insurance premium renewals (allegedly though its hard to find any evidence when shopping for a quote). In general, BMW stereos can be quite unreliable. The FM frequencies have amplifiers fitted in the rear panels, sending the signal from the rear screen forwards to the juke box. I have had experience on more than a few occasions of the FM modulation being of poor quality, especially when the heated rear window is switched on. When they fail they are very small and likely very cheap to make, but only BMW sell them and they are as expensive as any other after market unit which, of course, will not work in a BMW. Cigarette Lighter Electric Mirrors Electric Windows front Radio Cassette Adjustable Steering Column Head Rests (front & rear) Height Adjustable Drivers Seat Height Adjustable Seat Belts Driving BMW cars is generally a pleasure and the Compact is not an exception. The engine and gearbox are longitudinally mounted, giving drive to the rear wheels. This, in my opinion, adds to the feel and tremendously to the character of the drive. It also gives this little car great balance and superb traction. The car is badged as a 316 yet the engine is 1796cc. The 318 version simply kicks out even more bhp. This model has a modest 116bhp delivered from this 4 cylinder all-aluminium unit. Turn the key and start the car cold and the engine is noisy with gas re-circulation and general exhaust noise. It quickly quietens down, though, and become acceptable. Once warm, it idles very sweetly indeed for a four cylinder unit. Revvy 16V technology. Simpler than it looks. Driving the car is engaging. Turn the key and the electronically controlled thoroughbred (or, at least, cousin of one) comes enthusiastically to life. Depress the very light and easy clutch, select a very slick and easy first gear slowly, release the clutch with moderate accelerator pressure and you're off. Even a poor learner driver could drive this car well. Once rolling along, you do notice that the engine is quite positive and prepared for whatever you request of it. The accelerator is quite a long travel; if you depress it for a distance and long enough for the rpm to climb over 4,000, it executes its task very well, providing plenty of performance and lively acceleration. The Compact is light with a good power to weight ratio. It is very smoooooth. In my opinion, much smoother than any Toyota VVTi or Honda VTEC, giving much more torque when spinning slowly and coming to life when exposed to high rpms. I find most high revving engines to be a little coarse and even rough and unbalanced. Not this one; it must have been produced by a silk worm's relative. The gearbox is also excellent. The selection is ultra smooth without any unnecessary force being required for any forward gear. Reverse does require a little push to prevent accidental selection of first gear. The combination of the gearbox and engine is very credible indeed. From the engine, through the gearbox, down through the prop shaft and into the diff, it's all craftwork - no shudders or imbalance effective and positive. Standard BMW trademark stuff. Service Interval Insurance Group Safety Rating Smog Rating 15000 11 Not Available Band (C) Engine BHP CC Fuel Inj. 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 116 1796 Yes Cyl Camshafts Valves/cyl Compressor 4 Double 4 None Top Speed 0 to 60 BHP per Tonne 122mph 10.9seconds 85 MPG@Urban MPG@Cruise MPG@Speed Fuel Type 29.1mpg 53.3mpg 40.9mpg Unleaded Kerb Weight Tow Weight Length Width Height 1375kg 1260kg 426cm 194cm 138cm Boot Seats/up Boot Seats/Down Seats 300 Litres 1100 Litres 5 BMW are outstanding manufacturers of motor cars and the technology used in the modern ranges is second to none. Combine the size of this car with the all round independent suspension, powerful ABS braking and an intricate steering and suspension system and you are guaranteed a fabulous carriage. Well, not entirely as not everybody would enjoy the drive. It's firm and very receptive and some folk don't like driving cars that are so reactive. I think, personally, that it is frankly admirable. The car is balanced better that a market trader's scale, it has road holding better than a train and it is more manoeuverable than a London taxi on account of the rear wheels giving the drive, and the front being left to focus on the steering, stopping and the road holding. The Compact is very stable at low and high speeds. In the city it is civil and at speed, on the motorway or open roads, it's very capable of excess velocity whilst staying calm. When accelerating it keeps very level without pitching front to rear. Around corners it is sure-footed and precise. This model does not have the bhp to really challenge the setup but it would take a whole lot more to do so, even in its standard dress code. Stopping this car is like any other BMW, the brakes are very powerful but you do need to take part and apply quite firm pressure to the middle pedal which must be a German trait because the steering is the same. Whilst most makers are fitting city steering and progressive steering which take away all driving sensations, BMW are keeping it real. You get fabulous feedback and inspiring confidence to drive faster and draw pleasure from your journey. Cars are made better every year, taking away any sensation of speed and road conditions, thus reducing engine, road, suspension, wind and tyre noises. The cars are also made to perform with minimum driver input or ability which is all very well if you simply commute daily and your name is Daisy, in which case you should use the train. Cars are machines that can be used as an assertion of fun and gratification but this is not achieved by removing the task of driving them and the BMW technicians should be greatly credited. This Compact, like others, does remove the sense of speed with reduced wind and tyre noise as well as giving the driver great feedback and a heartening sense of stability. Automatic Stability Control Catalytic Converter Disc Brakes Front & Rear Halogen Head Lights Height Adjustable Headlight Aim Independent Suspension Intermittent Wash Wipe Power Assisted Steering Rev Counter Service Level Indicator Traction Control Wheel Covers Safety features are constantly improving and BMW are in line with other makes, moving at a great rate of knots with improvements. The Compact has airbags everywhere - the driver's is small and not obtrusive at all, the front passenger airbag is very well concealed above the glove box and the windscreen pillars are home to even more. The pillars remain admirably slim unlike the current fashion for big thick girder like objects fitted to many cars. This gives good visabilty benefits, as well as seductive looks. On impact, the car would be like November 5th but better with than without. The car has side impact protection which is basically strengthening bars running through the doors and quarter panels. The chassis or body is designed to absorb impact from a multitude of directions, the body itself being designed to provide structural strength from impact. Very clever indeed and extremely beneficial in the event of any high speed impact. For a small car the rear seats are equipped with three 3-point seat belts and three head rests for passenger comfort and anti whiplash protection. As with most cars, though, I find the centre rear headrest restricts the rear vision through the mirror. Security on all current BMW cars is excellent. Strong door locks, active alarm systems and complicated immobilisers secure your car and protect it from unwanted users so that stealing one is very difficult' Therefore, you need to have a key to drive one away. Which is great if you own one but the Compact is not exactly top dog in a thief's selection box so you are likely not to experience any problems. Therefore, any potential thief would need to mug or burgle you to take your car away. Or simply be a member of the BMW franchised network and that in itself provides a thought to consider - just call into any franchised BMW dealer, pass over your ignition key and all of your car's information is there on computer - reg number, VIN number, key details etc, and that means a lot of people have access to your car's security details. There only has to be one or two with criminal friends offering rewards for keys and the car you own could be gone as quick as it takes you, the owner, to start it. Alarm Antilock Braking System Central Locking Deadlocks Engine Immobiliser Front Side Air Bags Front Twin Airbags High level brake Light Locking Fuel Cap Pre Tensioned front Seat Belts Rear Seat Belts Fitted Side Impact Protection Visible Identification Number So what do I think of this Compact BMW? Starting with its best attribute - it drives superbly. It's also well balanced and offers great driver feedback and is reasonably credible in looks. And that's about it for me, personally. It is better than most Jap cars in its class but I can think of many European cars I would prefer. This 1.6 Ti would set you back as much as a 1.8T Audi Sport A3 which would out perform it with ease. In my opinion, the Audi looks much better and offers the same street credibility. Then there is the legendary Golf GTi range. A GT 130bhp diesel drives better than this Compact and costs incredible amounts less to run and service, plus the Golf costs less to buy and keeps its value comparably. The boot is spacious with the spare wheel being a space saver, allowing more room for the weekly shopping Even the multi play CD is neatly stored away in the NS rear quarter panel. And so to the conclusion: It performs very well in all conditions and is very reliable and fuel efficient. I accept this point and if that is what you like, then you will like this car and I can't disagree with you. However, I will add that I cannot justify the cost price and the exorbitant service costs from the BMW franchised dealerships. Labour rates of �1 per minute are clearly a rip-off and charges for lubricants and filters match the labour prices. Acquire a fault light on your dash and BMW will charge you �45 plus VAT just to plug in the diagnostics which is another rip-off as the time taken is 5 minutes! It takes longer to write the problem down than it takes to plug in the ODBC equipment. I know that most other recognised marques are similar and that companies need to be profitable. I also know that I can afford to pay these kind of charges but still feel very bitter at the thought of doing so as this Compact is a non-specialsied car. I am insurgent about owners clubs and anything which may tie me to one product. I don't want to be part of the BMW team; I want to buy a car, not the badge. I accept that some do want this kind of relationship with the car makers but I have to ask why? This considered, I would choose another car and not a Compact. If this was an M5 or similar class, I could be more accepting of the total package along with the costs. BUT it's a Compact and better and worse in many ways to it's rivals. 12 V Accessory Power Point Colour Coded Bumpers Colour Coded Mirrors Digital Odometer Exterior Side Mouldings Heated Rear Window Tinted Windows Click here to access specifications for over 30,000 UK cars. Car information and car pictures. Many more used car road tests. For all BMW cars specifications and data from: www.ukcar.com click here. UK Car Road Test BMW 316 Ti Compact 2002 UK Car Road Test Keywords: hatchback sports316 Ti Compact