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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 USD 23,000 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 || BMW 3 Series From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation , search The examples and perspective in this article may not represent a worldwide view of the subject . Please improve this article and discuss the issue on the talk page . (December 2009) BMW 3 Series Manufacturer Bayerische Motoren Werke AG Production 1975–present Assembly Leipzig , Germany Munich , Germany Regensburg , Germany Toluca , Mexico Rosslyn , South Africa Cairo , Egypt Kaliningrad , Russia Shenyang , China Chennai , India Jakarta , Indonesia 6th of October City , Egypt Tehran , Iran Selangor , Malaysia [ 1 ] Predecessor BMW 2002 Class Compact executive car Related BMW M3 BMW X3 The BMW 3 Series is a compact executive car manufactured by the German automaker BMW since May 1975. Successor to the BMW New Class , it has been produced in five different generations and in no less than five different body styles . It is BMW's best selling vehicle, accounting for nearly 40% of the company's car sales in 2005. Contents 1 Social and marketing significance 2 History 3 E21, First generation, 1975-1983 4 E30, Second generation, 1982-1994 5 E36, Third generation, 1990-2000 6 E46, Fourth generation, 1998-2005 7 E90, Fifth generation, 2005-present 8 F30, Sixth generation, 2012- 9 M version 10 Awards and recognition 11 Racing 12 Notes 13 External links [ edit ] Social and marketing significance BMW released its E21 in the wake of the 1973 oil crisis , attracting customers seeking both prestige and economy, nearly doubling BMW's worldwide auto sales figures in three years, and winning numerous automotive world awards and honors. Three decades later, the 3 Series is still the best-selling car in its class, [ 2 ] as commonplace in Asia, America and Australia as in Europe, and it has even outsold some cheaper models, such as the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia in the UK. [ citation needed ] The 3 series has also maintained BMW's racing heritage . The M version of the 3 series, M3 , debuted in 1988. [ 3 ] [ edit ] History E46, E36, E30 There have been five generations of the 3 Series, and their respective chassis codes: BMW E21 - (1975–1983) 3 Series BMW E30 - (1983–1991) 3 Series BMW E36 - (1991–2000) 3 Series BMW E46 - (1998–2005) 3 Series BMW E90 - (2005/EUR, 2006/US -) 3 Series saloon BMW E91 - (2005/EUR, 2006/US -) 3 Series Touring (Sports Wagon) BMW E92 - (2007-current) 3 Series Coupé BMW E93 - (2007-current) 3 Series Convertible [ edit ] E21, First generation, 1975-1983 E21 Production 1975–1983 Body style(s) 2-door sedan 2-door convertible Layout FR layout Main article: BMW 3 Series (E21) The E21 line was produced from May 2, 1975 (1977 in the USA) through 1983. Originally a replacement for the BMW 2002 , the first 3-Series was a two-door saloon model only. A factory authorised cabrio version was also built by Baur . The series was superseded by the BMW E30 series. The cockpit design of the E21 marked the introduction of a new design concept, with the center console angled towards the driver. This feature has become part of BMW’s interior design philosophy for many years. As a sign of passive safety, all edges and control elements within the interior were rounded off and padded. At the E21's release, three models were available: with 316 (1.6 litre), 318 (1.8 litre) and 320 (2.0 litre) versions of the BMW M10 four cylinder engine. To draw clear visual distinction within the new model series, the 320 models came with dual headlights, while the 316 and 318 had single round headlights. At the 1977 Frankfurt Motor Show , BMW unveiled its new variants of the E21, featuring the new six-cylinder M20 engines. The four cylinder 320 model was replaced with the 320/6, featuring a 2.0 litre version of the M20 engine. The 323i model was introduced, featuring 2.3 litres and 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp). The braking system was also upgraded, with the 323i featuring disc brakes on all wheels. For the 1979/80 model year, the four-cylinder models were upgraded: the 1.8 litre power unit was revised and entered the market as a 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) carburetor engine in the 316, while addition of Bosch K Jetronic fuel injection to the 1.8 litre engine raised the 318i to 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp). Since there was now also room for a new entry-level model, the 315 powered by a 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) 1.6 litre M10 engine made its appearance in 1981. [ edit ] E30, Second generation, 1982-1994 E30 Production 1982–1994 Body style(s) 2-door sedan 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 5-door touring Layout Front engine , rear-wheel drive / All-wheel drive Related BMW M3 Main article: BMW 3 Series (E30) The E30 was sold from 1982 through 1991 in saloon form, through 1993 in convertible form. The E30's introductory price of US$ 18,210 was nearly double that of the E21 just 7 years earlier, but the availability of a six cylinder engine and 4-door body style (in 1984) earned sales. The torquey "eta" six in the 325e produced 121 hp (90 kW) and 172 lb·ft (233 N·m) of torque, but met the strict emission standards of the time. The E30 was the most powerful compact BMW offered in the United States since the 2002 Tii . The lineup was joined in 1985 by the high-output 325i and 325is. Though the engine displacement was reduced to 2.5  L , output was up to 168  hp (125  kW ) but torque dropped to 164 lb·ft (222 N·m) as the company focused on performance rather than economy. The rev limit for the new motor was raised from 5000 rpm to 6500 rpm . The 325is was an upgrade from the standard 325i, as some new features were added to the car as standard. These included the full electrics package, black roof-liner, BMW "is" body kit, BMW 14 inch BBS "Basketweave" wheels and a Close Ratio gearbox. Other features also found on the 325is were options, however over time, some have been mistaken for standard features. These options include a 25% Limited Slip Differential (LSD), M Sport suspension with Bilstein struts, M-Sport II Steering wheel, BMW sports seats, leather interior, sunroof and BMW 15 inch BBS wheels. Options differed on vehicles produced in the United States. In 1986 a left hand drive only all wheel drive version, the 325ix, joined the lineup with a touring version being introduced in late 1987. The four-cylinder 318 was dropped in 1985, but was brought back with a new, 1.8 L DOHC motor (M42B18) for 1991. In the end of 1987, BMW introduced the touring version of the E30. It was very popular during its production up to 1994. It was available with a 1.6, 1.8, 2.0 or 2.5 litre engine and also 2.4 litre turbo diesel. The most powerful American BMW E30 in 1989 came in the form of the M3 . It used a 192 hp (143 kW) S14 straight-4 with a 4-valve head adapted from the M88 six and Bosch fuel injection . [ edit ] E36, Third generation, 1990-2000 E36 Production 1990–1999 Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 5-door touring Layout Front engine , rear-wheel drive Related BMW M3 BMW Z3 Main article: BMW 3 Series (E36) The E36 BMW 3 Series is an entry-level luxury car / compact executive car . It was the successor to the BMW E30 and was eventually superseded by the BMW E46 starting in 1999 for saloons, and 2000 for coupes and cabriolets. The E36 was introduced during the 1990s. The E36 experienced enormous success in the market. It laid strong foundations for the success that the BMW E46 experienced in subsequent years. The E36 was sold from 1991 through 1999. It employed the "Z-axle" multilink suspension in the rear which had been proven in the Z1. VANOS variable valve timing was introduced on the DOHC L6 engines in 1993. The four-door E36 was sold from Autumn, 1991, in the United States but the E30 2 door sedans were retained until well into 1992. The E36 convertible was delayed until 1994. The hatchback 318ti Compact was introduced in 1995 and was very popular in Europe, but it was not very successful in North America. The BMW Compact was identical to the regular E36 saloon from front bumper to A-Pillar. Everything else was unique, namely its rear semi-trailing arm suspension, based on the old E30, instead of the Z-Axle Multilink employed in all other E36's. The Z3 and M Coupe have similar rear suspension setups as well. The "Touring" estate was sold in Europe from 1995, but was not offered in the United States. The 2.5 L M50B25 used in the 325 models was replaced in 1996 with the 2.8 L M52B28, creating the 328i line. Another 2.5 L engine, the M52B25, was reintroduced in 1998 but the cars were sold as 323 rather than 325. [ edit ] E46, Fourth generation, 1998-2005 E46 Production 1999–2005 Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 5-door touring Layout Front engine , rear-wheel drive / All-wheel drive Related BMW M3 BMW X3 Main article: BMW 3 Series (E46) The E46 is the fourth generation of BMW 's 3 Series entry-level luxury car / compact executive car . The saloon was introduced in 1998 and replaced the E36 saloon the same year. The initial inline-6 engines available were the 2.5 L 323 and 2.8 L 328 (the 323 badge did not match engine displacement but it was numbered as such to increase the spread between both models). The touring and coupé models appeared in 1999 with BMW's newly designed steptronic manumatic transmission, and the convertible and M3 later in 2000. The E46 Compact , a 3-door hatchback, was revealed in 2001 to be sold in European and Australian markets. xDrive all-wheel drive was introduced as an option in 2001. 2002 E46 saloon Facelift In 2000, the E46 lineup received an engine boost when the new M54 engines appeared for Model Year 2001 cars; with the new 3.0 L 330 replacing the 328, and the 2.5 L 325 replaced the 323. Outside of the engine and exhaust upgrades, there were few cosmetic changes, the most noticeable being the 330 receiving silver accents on the front fascia. Also in 2000, the E46 lineup expanded to include the new (model year) 2001 M3 Coupe. The M3 only came in a coupe and convertible (model year 2002) platform, with either a 6 speed manual or SMG . Unlike its predecessor, the E46 M3 shared very few parts with the standard 3 series. The exteriors of the two cars only shared the doors, roof, and trunk. The exterior of the M3 had wider fenders and "M styled" bumpers, side skirts, mirrors, a protruding hood, spoiler, and the new tradition of M marked grills on the front fenders and four exhaust pipes. The interior of the M3 was accented with an M steering wheel, seats, rear view mirror, and instrument cluster. The first major overhaul occurred when the E46 saloon underwent a facelift in 2002, which included re-designed headlights, new bumpers and a stiffer chassis. Also, the 316i,318i and 320i models received new, more powerful engines. Then in 2004 the coupe and convertible had a facelift which included new headlights, new front wings and bumpers, new selections in exterior colour, and redesigned sidemarker lights and LED tail lights. The M3s got a much more mild facelift that same year, with the inclusion of the updated boot and LED tail lights from the coupe/convertible. Despite being introduced last, the E46 compact was the first to be replaced when the 1 Series was launched in September 2004. In mid-2005 the E46 saloons were phased out with the introduction of the new E90 saloons. The E46 touring was also replaced later that year with E91 . The E46 remained in production as coupé, convertible and M3 until the E92 coupé and E93 convertible was revealed in late 2006. The new M3 coupé concept was later unveiled in March 2007 during Geneva Motor Show . The E46 experienced enormous success in all markets and was widely considered the performance benchmark of its class. The record year for the E46 was 2002, when 561,249 vehicles were sold worldwide. [ 4 ] As a credit to the E46 series, it was chosen for Car and Driver Magazine 's "10 Best Cars" every year of its production. See Car and Driver Ten Best . [ edit ] E90, Fifth generation, 2005-present E90/E91/E92/E93 Production 2005–present Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 5-door touring Layout Front engine , rear-wheel drive / all-wheel drive Related BMW M3 BMW X3 Main article: BMW 3 Series (E90) 2009 BMW 328i sedan (Facelifted) (USA) The E90 is the currently available iteration. It debuted as a saloon (E90) and touring (E91) in March 2005 for the 2006 model year, while the coupé (E92) and retractable hardtop convertible (E93) went on sale in August 2006 for the 2007 model year. [ citation needed ] It is completely re-engineered from the E46, including changes to engines, transmission, the passenger compartment, suspension technology, as well as the addition of a host of high-tech features and options. The coupé/cabriolet body is now its own design and no longer derived from the sedan/wagon (unlike its predecessors), and is slightly longer and narrower with 2+2 seating compared to E90/91 which retains the rear three-passenger bench. A first for the 3 series is a retractable hardtop convertible (E93). Currently, twelve engine options are offered, two being part of the new 'N' series of BMW inline engines featuring a host of new technologies. The N52 naturally-aspirated inline-6 engine (powering the 323i, 325i/xi, 328i/xi, and 330i/xi) features technological innovations such as lightweight magnesium/aluminum construction, electric water pump, Valvetronic (steplessly variable valve lift), and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing contribute to produce a lighter and more powerful motor than its predecessor, but yield a 15% increase in fuel economy. The introduction of the N54 twin turbo inline-6 engine, which produces 306 PS (225 kW; 302 bhp) and 400 N·m (295 lb·ft) torque, marks BMW's return to turbocharging and is found in 335i/xi trims. Major features include Comfort Access , HID Xenon adaptive headlamps , Active Cruise Control , and Active Steering . Sales of the E90 have been very strong. In 2007, a record total of more than 58,000 vehicles were sold and it was the seventh most popular car in Britain. [ 5 ] The saloon and touring (wagon) received more powerful engines in late 2006 for the 2007 model year, particularly the N54 twin turbo, the same engines available in the E92 coupé and E93 convertible that debuted at a similar time. The sedan and wagon got a mid-generational facelift for the 2009 model year which comprised changes to the grille, headlights, hood, taillights and trunk. In spring 2010, the refreshed coupé and convertible were released as 2011 models, with the 335i/xi receiving the new N55 single turbo I6 (with a "TwinPower" twin scroll turbocharger), and a sportier 335is with a tuned N54 engine and an optional 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual. [ edit ] F30, Sixth generation, 2012- Sixth generation F30 Production 2012- Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door saloon 5-door touring 5-door liftback The next iteration of the BMW 3 Series is expected to arrive for the 2012 model year. Its exterior is influenced by the F01 7 Series and especially the F10 5 Series . The saloon, wagon, coupé, and convertible body styles will return. There is also expected to be a five-door hatchback version with a coupé-like style similar to the 5 Series Gran Turismo , and this will slot between the 3 Series wagon and the X3 crossover . Technologies currently available in the 7 Series and 5 Series is expected to feature in the 2012 3 Series, such as a lane-departure warning system, night vision, a system to prevent the driver from falling asleep, and radar-based adaptive cruise control with collision-mitigating automatic braking. The 2012 3 Series is expected to be powered by a new family of aluminum four-cylinder gasoline engines ranging from 135 to 220 horsepower. These will include new technologies such as variable intake- and exhaust-valve timing, sequential turbochargers, and direct fuel injection. The 220 hp four-cylinder may be included in US-bound models (the last four-cylinder 3 series was the 1999 318ti with a 138 hp engine)., [ 6 ] and the N54 3.0L twin turbo I6 may be replaced by a 2.0-liter sequential-turbo I4 engine with almost equivalent output. There will also be a hybrid version which augments the transmission with two electric motors and expected fuel savings of 20 percent, a similar powertrain that will be found in the upcoming X5 hybrid, developed in a joint venture with GM, Chrysler, and Daimler. [ 7 ] [ edit ] M version Main article: BMW M3 [ edit ] Awards and recognition The 3 Series has been on Car and Driver magazine's annual Ten Best list 20 times, from 1992 through 2011, making it the longest running entry in the list. [ 8 ] The E90 was named "Best New Sports Sedan" in the 2006 Canadian Car of the Year awards. Also, it was awarded the World Car of the Year at the New York Auto Show in 2006. What Car? also awarded the E90 2006 "Car of the Year". The E90 was also awarded Japan's Import Car of the Year for 2005-06. BMW emerged as the brand winner at the International Engine of the Year Awards for 2007 with its award in the 2.5 to 3.0 litre segment won by the 3.0 litre twin turbo engine, which is found in the BMW 335i. [ 9 ] [ edit ] Racing The E36 320d won the 24 Hours Nürburgring in 1998, after the M3 had won in the previous years. The World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) is one of the FIA's three World Championships (along with Formula One and the World Rally Championship ). Andy Priaulx and BMW Team UK won the ETCC in 2004, and continued the winning form in WTCC in 2005 in an E46 3-series, while the E90 3-series repeated this feat in 2006 and 2007. The 3-Series' rear-wheel drive layout and design have both been attributed [ who? ] to its victory, though in Touring Car Racing , as almost every other motor sport, the skill driver and their team tactics are also important. The 3-Series cars in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) and other touring car championships have been penalized under racing rules for being rear-wheel drive and thus having better grip than its front-wheel drive competitors. For example, the 320si has been penalized in the WTCC in previous seasons in order to keep the sport competitive with the rest of the grid ( Ford Focus , Chevrolet Lacetti , SEAT Leon , Alfa Romeo 156 ). Despite these ballast weight penalties, the 320si's of the British, German and Italian/Spanish teams continually win races and points. [ citation needed ] However, in the middle of the 2002 European Touring Car Championship (ETCC) season, FIA changed the handicap rules to add an extra 15 kg (33 lb) ballast to front-wheel drive cars (such as the Alfa Romeo 156 ) and the ballast in rear-wheel drive cars (including BMW) was reduced by 15 kilograms (33 lb). [ 10 ] Today, the WTCC series has a rolling start to eliminate the benefit of better grip that rear-wheel drive cars have from a standing start. [ citation needed ] Andy Priaulx 's BMW 320si (E90) during the 2006 World Touring Car Championship season . The BMW 3-Series is currently used in both the SCCA Pro Racing Speed World Challenge Touring Car Series and the Grand American Road Racing Association Series. In the final 2006 Grand Am standings, BMW finished second in the manufacturer's standings in both the Grand Sport and Street Tuner classes, while E46 BMWs prepared by Turner Motorsport won the driver's and team championships. [ citation needed ] [ edit ] Notes ^ "Facilities | Ford Motor Company Newsroom" . Media.ford.com . http://media.ford.com/plant_display.cfm?plant_id=50 . 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Our quote technology compares quotes from leading car insurance companies and brokers in real time, so you only have to Fill in One Form to Compare lots of reputable Insurers! Visit Shop > QuoteZone Sponsored Sites - Cars Car Reviews of BMW 316i » 1-5 of 14 Car reviews of BMW 316i Show all reviews BMW 3 series: compact all the way... Advantages: Great buys at the moment Disadvantages: Will be replaced in 2005 ...huge price tag. A BMW 3 series probably doesn't say cheap to most people but I have just purchased the BMW 1.6 ES special edition for £16, 495 including metallic paint. What do you get for your money? With this special edition I have got a 1.8 litre engine with 150 BHP. Standard features of this car include: Air conditioning (manual) CD Player 162 alloy wheels more After a somewhat disastrous encounter with a VW I decided that in my next car, I wanted to stay German as I was impressed with the build quality of the VW but that I wanted a little more prestige but without a huge price tag. A BMW 3 series probably doesn't say cheap to most people but I have just purchased the BMW 1.6 ES special edition for £16, 495 including metallic paint. What do you get for your money? With this special edition I have got a 1.8 litre engine with 150 BHP. Standard features of this car include: Air conditioning (manual) CD Player 162 alloy wheels Electric front widows M3 steering wheel and gear stick (no controls) Sports suspension Anthracite headlining Storage compartment pocket The base price is £15, 995 and metallic paint will set you back a further £500 ish. This car is definitely great value for money as to get a similar specification on a similar 3 series compact you would be in the £18/19k mark. What's it like? I have purchased the deep metallic silver which is a practical colour in that it looks clean but doesn't need too much maintaining. The alloy wheels are easy to clean as well! Driving and cabin: The cabin is functional but does offer some nice touches and the driver's seat is comfortable with height adjustments making it practical and comfortable to drive for those of us who are over 6 feet tall. The compact series only comes in a three door option so this is something to take into account when buying. Inside the cabin offers plenty of room for 4 adults although 5 is a bit of a squeeze. I had the black cloth inside which is practical but also looks expensive and so far is hard wearing and very practical not showing any spills or anything like that! I like the M3 steering wheel which is leather trimmed and small and the gear stick is also smooth and the gears of the car feels smooth and don't clog or stick at all. The ride and suspension the car seems absolutely right and the car handles and corners very well. The drive is responsive and the engine feels powerful but the car does not run away with you. The car is good around town with enough power to zoom around but you can also take advantage of the engine on the motorways and the car gives a good performance at the 80 ish mark on the motorway. The air conditioning works well and cools the car down quickly; haven't really tried the heating yet as it's been too warm. Luggage space: The car is hatchback and the boot size is good and will easily accommodate two medium/large suitcases and is good for the weekly shop with very easy access. The spare wheel (not full size) is also stored via the boot. The car comes with a warning triangle. One very nifty feature is a storage area that drops down from the boot shelf and allows you to store all of your rubbish in the boot without cluttering it up and anyone else being able to see it! Security and safety: The car acomes with an immobilser and remote central locking which I always find to be a great feature. The car also features several airbags (driver, passenger, side etc) as well as side impact bars and because of the high door frames you always feel very safe Value for money? The insurance group is a very reasonable 11 on this car and the insurance premiums is pretty good (much better than my last car!) The car costs approx £25 to fill the tank and does on average of 45 ish to the gallon combined. BMW official figures are 50.4 combined. What else is available? I have just seen and driven the new 1 series that is being released by BMW on the 18th Sep 21004 and I have to say that the 1 series will prove competition for the 3 series which some may think is relatively old and not quite so stylish in design. However, the basic one series is around £16 for the base 1.6 edition and does not include half of the extras that the three compact special edition does at the moment so if you are going for value for money then the three compact will be hard to beat in the BMW range. Be warned however, that a new 3 series is being released next year so this may mean that you have fallen in love then need to buy another new car! Happy motoring!! ... less nickjj78 07.09.2004 Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of BMW 316i Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks my bmw compact Advantages: comfort and handling Disadvantages: cost to run ...friend that wasn't using his BMW any more said that I could have his. So I test drove it and decided there and then this was the car for me. Price? The price of a BMW 316i compact differs to whether you buy this car new or second hand. The prices range from £14,500 new to £1500 second hand in poor condition. I paid £2,500 for my 1998 BMW from a friend, which was in great condition, however had high mileage. The car I got had a full BMW service ... ...money, should you have the BMW garage do this. Having a partner that does car mechanics, i was very surprised on how little infact the parts are for this car. A full service only cost me £70 for the parts, these included all the filters, oil and break pads. Shows you just how much the garage puts on top of the bill for doing a job that infact only takes an hour. To have the air con filled could also cost you a small fortune, ranging from about £50, ... jackiehayes 17.09.2006 (19.09.2006) · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of BMW 316i Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks Fast as a snail Advantages: BMW badge Disadvantages: slow, aging design ...Sounds trivial, but on a BMW you would expect the doors to shut with precision. The engine bay is clean and tidy and all the bits you need to get to for routine maintainance is easy to get to..though the dip stick is a bit twisted..works fine though. Interior is not the interior of the saloon version from the same era, and is black, and well, black..BMW dials are extremely clear though. But some switches are obsured from view e.g. heated window ... ...windows, and the rear backs BMW use for the front seats get scuffed. The remote alarm fob is also so easy to press inadvertenly, the button is not recessed and if you are standing near the car with the key in your pocket it is possible to accidently lock or unlock the car. Aircon draws into the cabin some fumes from the engine and gives us a headache on long journeys..the air con compressor was replaced twice because it made cow mooing noises, ... opinion-maker 06.01.2001 (09.01.2001) · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of BMW 316i Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks A sporty number please Tony. Advantages: Cool lines and a sleek exterior Disadvantages: None ...in the possession of a BMW Compact. The model that I own is the 316i. It is my company car for working as an insurance rep. Travelling all over the South of England, I must have racked up well over 70,000 miles in its short lifetime. Yet it runs exactly the same as the day I collected it from the showroom. The looks of the compact, I feel, surpass anything offered by the rest of the range, apart from maybe the Z3 and the M3. In fact, the most modern ... ...Inside the car is typical BMW refinery. The dash is laid out in a very clinical yet elegant way so that all the controls are easy to read. Cabin Comfort is second to none. In fact the soft seats feel like they hug you so tightly on bends that you will not even budge on the most demanding corner. The interior of the car is immaculately finished in Black cloth with electric all around. Locks,mirrors, windows and air con as standard. Room is not as ... Winner 21.02.2002 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of BMW 316i Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks Quick review of BMW 316i pleasure to drive! makes you feel safe and secure when driving, being a BMW the large dimensions are hard to get used to at first as the car is a lot wider than similar models by other car manufacturers some minor problems known with 3-series compact models such as the airbag light comes on even if the airbag is in fully working order. best to get this checked out first anyway, in case you are involved in an accident! other than that no problems at all. have had the car eleven years already, expect to keep the car for another five years at least! mine is an automatic which makes the car even simpler to drive, really a pleasure at all speeds and in all conditions. ... gandhiji 20.04.2007 Review of BMW 316i Similar reviews » Reviews which might be of interest for "BMW 316i" My bmw - my baby!! Advantages: Gorgeous, reliable, roomy and screams style!! Disadvantages: I can't drive it yet!! we bought the bmw after our VW Golf was smashed up by my (wonderful) brother-in-law the night before our wedding. I went to look at more VW Golfs, as i absolutely love them, but my husband made a bee-line for the BMW , and fell in love with ours as soon as he saw it. It was £5400 second hand, and had a low mileage, and only one previous owner. When he brought the car home, as always, first thing is to drive around aimlessly commenting on how ace it is. So that's what we did. Or he did, the insurance we purchased had a clause, saying the insurance was void if the car was driven by ANYONE under the age of 25 - which means i have another 2 YEARS before i can sit behind the wheel!!! The insurance we purchased was surprisingly only £10 a year more expensive than what we were paying for the golf! But more about the car - Exterior ... truthhurts 17.06.2005 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpful Review of BMW 316i Coupé BMW 3 Series Advantages: Fast, comfortable Disadvantages: Drinks petrol I bought my BMW after my B reg Orion fell to bits. It was about time I bought a new car. I searched on the Internet for the model I wanted (had to get a 1.6 because I knew I wouldn't get insured on anything else!). I found two, one R reg for £8,000, which the dealer would not negotiate on, and a T reg for £6,750. I was lucky because the company were doing a deal at the time. So, f you hold out, you'll get one at that age for around £7,000. However, mileage in all BMWs is quite high. I think this is because they are mostly used as company cars. However, don't be put of by this fact as BMWs are renowed for their reliability. The exterior of the car is sleek and sophisticated and presents a very professional look, especially in black. The bumpers are colour coded and the alloys give it that finishing look. The windows are slightly ... Pheonix5284 20.07.2003 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpful Review of BMW 316i Coupé BMW Sporty Diesel with Low Running Costs Advantages: Good Resale value, sporty, comfortable, sleek Disadvantages: Feels same as a much older model. I bought a 2004 model 320DSE recently and am pleased to report it is a nice executive car. The 320D range start with a basic model then the ES then the SE and then of course the Mtec Sport. The level of goodies you get with the car go up with each model but they all driver the same apart from the sports suspension on the Mtec. I decided the Se was probably the best value for myself with Climate control, electric windows , 6 speed manual gearbox, electric windows all round, and cd player advantages over the ES. This is the second BMW I have owned. the first being a 316 made in 92, and I must report it is amazingly similar to drive. The pedals are offset to the right slightly but this feels quite natural, the, the brakes are exellent, and the clutch is fairly light but has quite a long travel which I find takes a while to get used to ... lightheart 18.10.2007 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpful Review of BMW 320d Similar Cars Product Information Related tags Compare products Gift ideas Cars similar to BMW 316i » Rate it now bmw 316i se BMW 3 Series Rate it now bmw316i se touring BMW 3 Series - Estate - Rear (RWD) - 5 Speed Automatic, 5 Speed M ... Rate it now bmw 316i sport saloon BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Petrol - Available Trims: SE, Sport Rate it now bmw mini Race Track Buy now for only £34.00 18 Car reviews bmw 116 BMW 1 Series - Hatchback - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed A ... 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BMW BMW logo Bayerische Motorenwerke AG More BMW specifications 1991 BMW 525 tds 2007 BMW 330xi Coupé 2010 BMW 535d Touring 2007 BMW 130i 2002 BMW 730d BMW Z3 2.0 2010 BMW 325i Cabrio 2000 BMW 323i Sport Wagon 1972 BMW 1800 Touring 2007 BMW 135i Cabrio Automatic 2003 BMW X3 3.0i 2000 BMW 318Ci 1971 BMW 3.0 Si 2007 BMW 330d Touring Automatic 2005 BMW 325i Touring Automatic 2009 BMW 330d xDrive Automatic 2002 BMW 530i 2005 BMW Z4 2.5i Automatic 2002 BMW 520i Touring 2004 BMW 535d 2002 BMW 525d Touring Automatic 2009 BMW 750Li xDrive 2006 BMW 318Ci 1977 BMW 528i 1976 BMW 525 See all BMW models 1991 BMW 316i {E36} technical specifications Add 1991 BMW 316i to your stable - compare cars in your stable See other BMW 316i models See other BMW E36 models List all models by BMW Technical specifications of 1991 BMW 316i Bodywork Dimensions Aerodynamics Engine Performance Chassis General Carfolio.com ID 56177 1991 BMW 316i bodywork Type 4/5S SAL Key: SAL Saloon (Sedan) FHC Fixed-head coupé DHC Drop-head coupé (Convertible) HBK Hatchback EST Estate (Station Wagon) See more... Designer Number of doors 1991 BMW 316i dimensions & weight Wheelbase 2700 mm 106.3 in Track front 1418 mm 55.8 in rear 1431 mm 56.3 in Length 4445 mm 175 in Width 1702 mm 67 in Height 1392 mm 54.8 in Length:wheelbase ratio 1.65 Ground clearance Kerb weight 1128 kg 2487 lb Weight distribution (Front) Fuel capacity 65 litres 14.3 UK Gal 17.2 US Gal 1991 BMW 316i aerodynamics Drag coefficient 0.300 Frontal area C x 1991 BMW 316i engine Bore × stroke 84.00 mm × 72.00 mm 3.31 in × 2.83 in Cylinders Inline 4 Displacement 1.6 litre 1596 cc (97.394 cu in ) Type SOHC Key: SOHC Single overhead camshaft DOHC Double overhead camshaft OHV Overhead valves TS Two stroke SV Side valves Sl Sleeve valves oise Overhead inlet side exhaust See more... 2 valves per cylinder 8 valves in total Construction Lubrication Compression ratio 9.00:1 Fuel system Bo DME fuel inj. Maximum power DIN 101.4 PS (100 bhp ) (74.6 kW ) @ 5500 rpm Specific output DIN 62.7 bhp/litre 1.03 bhp/cu in Maximum torque DIN 141.0 Nm (104 ft·lb ) (14.4 kgm ) @ 4250 rpm bmep 1110.2 kPa (161 psi ) Specific torque DIN 88.35 Nm/litre Maximum rpm Manufacturer BMW Code Main crankshaft bearings 5 Coolant Water Bore/stroke ratio 1.17 Unitary capacity 399 cc per cylinder Aspiration Normal Compressor type N/A Intercooler None Catalytic converter Y 1991 BMW 316i performance 0-50 mph (80 km/h ) 0-60 mph 11.20 s 0-100 km/h 0-100 mph 80-120 km/h (50-70 mph ) in top Standing ¼mile 18.20 s Standing km Top speed 193 km/h (120 mph ) Fuel consumption CO 2 Emissions Carfolio Calculated CO 2 ? Power-to-weight 88.65 bhp/ton 1991 BMW 316i chassis Engine location Front Engine alignment Longitudinal Drive Rear wheel drive Steering Turns lock-to-lock Turning circle Suspension front rear Key: I Independent LA Live axle dD de Dion axle W Wishbone DW Double wishbones CS Coil springs ARB Anti-roll bar LS Leaf springs SE Semi-elliptic leaf springs See more... Wheels front rear Tyres front rear Brakes F/R Key: Ve Ventilated Di Disc (Disk) Dr Drum S Servo-assisted ABS Anti-lock Braking System Brake ∅ front rear Braked area Transmission 5 speed manual Top gear ratio 1.00 Final drive ratio 3.45 1991 BMW 316i general data RAC rating 17.5 Number made Model code Model family E36 Insurance classification No information available Tax band No information available 1991 BMW 316i added before December 1995. Last modified 2008-04-03. 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Thanks 4 months ago Report Abuse by J R Member since: 03 November 2008 Total points: 9,143 (Level 5) Add Contact Block Best Answer - Chosen by Voters welcome to my world . there is always a way if you have to make room,make room Source(s): auto engineer 4 months ago Report Abuse 100% 1 Vote Action Bar: 0 stars - mark this as Interesting! Email Comment ( 0 ) Save Save to Yahoo! Bookmarks Add to My Yahoo! Add to Del.icio.us RSS There are currently no comments for this question. * You must be logged into Answers to add comments. Sign in or Register . Other Answers (1) by CQB 241 Member since: 02 April 2007 Total points: 1,510 (Level 3) Add Contact Block They are a right pita to remove,you have to remove the battery and tray,you may even have to remove the inlet manifold.The starter can be done without removing the inlet manifold IF you have the correct tools, otherwise if your tool selection is limited then removing the inlet manifold will be easier. You will need to get at the starter bolts from underneath, bottom bolt is a doddle, top is awkward if you dont know what you are doing, you may need someone to guide the socket on to the bolt from the top, you will need several extensions and possibly a u/j. Sometimes when you remove the bolts it feels as if it is still bolted to the gearbox, this is because there is a small dowel which lines the starter up to the gbox simply tap a thin screwdriver in between starter and box, (give this a good clean up before replacing the motor) . There may also be a small bracket bolting the back of the starter onto the block which you may have to remove too. If in doubt use a local mechanic, its not a specialist job. Hope this helps. 4 months ago Report Abuse 0% 0 Votes Discover in BMW I found a 2203 BMW 330 for $8K? Is this Bmw a ***** magnet? I found a 2003 BMW 330i and not sure if it's a good deal? How to negotiate with a BMW car dealership? Ready to Participate? Get Started! 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