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Recommend it (2) Don't recommend it (0) I own it (0) Offers for BMW 318Ci Compare PricesProduct InformationCar ReviewsExpert Reviews Questions 1 to 4 out of 4 offers for BMW 318Ci sorted by: Price BMW 3-Series 318 Ci SE 2dr ABS, Adjustable steering column, Air microfilter, Automatic air conditioning, Cruise ... more control, Driver/front passenger airbag, Electricfront+rear windows, First aid kit, Front centrearmrest, Front fog lights, Park distance control,PAS, Warning trian Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Swindon £ 9,438.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk BMW 3-Series 318 Ci Sport 2dr ABS, Adjustable steering column, Air microfilter, Automatic air conditioning, Cruise ... more control, Driver/front passenger airbag, Electricfront+rear windows, First aid kit, Front centrearmrest, Front fog lights, Front sports seats,Front sports seats, P Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 9,618.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk BMW 3-Series 318 Ci Sport 2dr ABS, Adjustable steering column, Air microfilter, Automatic air conditioning, Cruise ... more control, Driver/front passenger airbag, Electricfront+rear windows, First aid kit, Front centrearmrest, Front fog lights, Front sports seats,Front sports seats, P Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 9,658.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk BMW 3-Series 318 Ci M Sport 2dr 2 Registered Keepers, ABS, Adjustable steering column, Cruise control, Driver/front ... more passenger airbag, Electric front+rear windows,First aid kit, Front centre armrest, Front foglights, Front sports seats, Park distance control,PAS, Sports suspensio Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Doncaster £ 11,248.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk Similar offers for BMW 318Ci » 1 to 9 out of 9 similar offers for BMW 318Ci BMW 3-Series 318 Ci Sport CONVERTIBLE Service History, HPI Checked, Alloy Wheels, Cruise Control, Radio/CD Player, Leather, ... more Parking Sensors, Central Locking, Power AssistedSteering, Anti-Lock Braking Rate it now Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Cannock £ 9,299.00 Visit Shop > motors.co.uk BMW 3 SERIES Convertible 318 Ci 2dr Convertible Black Leather, Cross Spoke 42-7Jx16, Leather interior, Metallic paint, Myrtle Wood Trim, ... more Seat heating. front, Soft-top. 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wipers with variable intermittentfacility, Electric front + rear windows - antitrap + one touch, Roof storage compartment, Frontwheel arches with plastic inserts, Armrests ondoors with integral closing, Electrical adjustablefront seats with memory + memory for mirrors, Doorreinforcements, Interior light package, Forcelimiting rear seatbelts, Smoker's kit, Auto airrecirculation, Safety battery terminal, Chromedoor entry strips, Indirect centre consoleillumination, Radio navigator, Electric heatedrear glass window, Tyre puncture warning system,Seatbelts integrated into front seats, 3 spokesports leather steeringwheel+multi-function+cruise, Interior mirror withauto anti dazzle, Brake force display, Door mirrormemory on drivers side, Digital air conditioning +auto temperature control, Illumination for vanitymirrors,AIR CONDITIONING,PARKING SENSORS Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Swindon £ 9,438.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk BMW 3 SERIES Convertible 318 Ci M Sport 2dr 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Steering Whl, Tyre PunctureWarning System, Remote Control Alarm, M SportsPackage II, Prep for Hardtop Fitting, FullyAutomatic Hood, Auto-Dim Interior Mirror, Elec FrSeats + Driver Memory, Front Centre Arm Rest, ParkDistance Control, Automatic Air Conditioning,Single-Disc CD Player, Front Foglamps Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: King's Lynn £ 12,888.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk BMW 3 SERIES Convertible 318 Ci 2dr Convertible Cruise control,Park distance control,PAS,Closing aid for boot,Car/key memory,Radio ... more navigator,Cornering brake control,AutomaticStability Control (ASC),Front sideairbags,ASC+T,ABS,Anti theftalarm+remote,Electronic engine immobiliser,Centrallocking including fuel filler and boot,Heightadjustable front seats,Automatic airconditioning,Driver/passenger sunvisors and vanitymirrors,Electrical adjustable front seats withmemory + memory for mirrors,Sports multi functionsteering wheel + cruise control,Space saver sparewheel,Electric heated rear glasswindow,Electrically adjustable and heated doormirrors,Electric front + rear windows - anti trap+ one touch,Heated washer jets,Front foglights,Fully automatic soft top,BMW BusinessRDS/CD,Dynamic stability control Postage & Packaging: refer to website Availability: Lincoln £ 8,995.00 Visit Shop > motoring.co.uk Products you might be interested in » BMW 318i BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1995 cc - Max Speed: 130 mph - 143 bhp - Petrol - Available Trims: ES, SE, Sport, M Sport User car reviews (32) Buy now for only £ 8,786.00 BMW 530d BMW 5 Series - Saloon - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed Automatic - 2993 cc - Max Speed: 155, 152 mph - 235, 218 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: SE, Sport, M Sport User car reviews (11) Buy now for only £ 10,028.00 BMW 320i BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1995 cc - Max Speed: 137 mph - 150, 170 bhp - Petrol - Available Trims: M Sport, Sport, SE, ES User car reviews (13) Buy now for only £ 6,000.00 BMW 330d BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed Automatic - 2993 cc - Max Speed: 155 mph - 245 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: SE, Sport, M Sport User car reviews (13) Buy now for only £ 11,198.00 BMW 320d BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Automatic, 6 Speed Manual - 1995 cc - Max Speed: 140, 143 mph - 163, 177 bhp - Diesel - Available Trims: M Sport, Sport, SE, ES User car reviews (27) Buy now for only £ 6,618.00 BMW 116i BMW 1 Series - Hatchback - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 6 Speed Automatic - 1995 cc - Max Speed: 127 mph - 122 bhp - Petrol - Available Trims: ES, SE, Sport, M Sport User car reviews (21) Buy now for only £ 7,288.00 Sponsored Sites - Cars Car Reviews of BMW 318Ci » 1-3 of 3 Car reviews of BMW 318Ci Its a tidy Beemer Advantages: Great looking car. Smooth ride Disadvantages: Price. Room ...we have all heard about BMW and their superior German technology. Pride in their build quality as much as their styling. You can always guarantee that your BMW will be as strong as an ox and as rigid as reinforced concrete on the road. It is simply second to none. They have a great range of cars now available to the consumer. Starting with the 3 series. This is the standard car in the range and offers a variety of models. The 5 series ....../> The Saloon. A standard BMW tradition that dates back years. The most famous of the shapes. The Coupe. The 2 door sporty model of the range. The Convertible. A soft top that offers an alternative to the coupe. The Touring. An estate for those that need a little more room. Most Companies offer entirely different models to cater for these requests. (i.e. Ford used to offer the Mondeo,Orion,Escort) BMW simply alter ... more Ok, Ok, so I’m spoilt aren’t I? I imagine there are those of you out there that are already company car drivers and some of you drive cars better than a Beemer but its my first and I'm very glad that I was able to opt for one.*** Before I start to tell you about my new car, let me first send a special thanks to another member on here. Angusreid. He offered to ensure I was not getting ripped off buying the car by giving me some inside information with regard to list prices. Sadly, I did not take you up on this advice Angus and just said yes to my boss. The company is paying so I don’t care. Obviously we are working on the salary bit now!!! A big thank you anyway. ***So we have all heard about BMW and their superior German technology. Pride in their build quality as much as their styling. You can always guarantee that your BMW will be as strong as an ox and as rigid as reinforced concrete on the road. It is simply second to none.They have a great range of cars now available to the consumer. Starting with the 3 series. This is the standard car in the range and offers a variety of models. The 5 series is slightly big and more exclusive whereas the 7 series offers supreme levels of comfort styling and performance on a huge car. More for the MD than the workers!Add to this their sporty Z roadster series and X series Rugged 4X4's and M series top of the range racing monsters and you have a complete repertoire.My car is a 3 series. In fact, the 3 series is split into varying body styles to suit any customer.There are:The Compact. A small version with reduced boot and cabin space.The Saloon. A standard BMW tradition that dates back years. The most famous of the shapes.The Coupe. The 2 door sporty model of the range.The Convertible. A soft top that offers an alternative to the coupe.The Touring. An estate for those that need a little more room.Most Companies offer entirely different models to cater for these requests. (i.e. Ford used to offer the Mondeo,Orion,Escort) BMW simply alter their shape slightly but rely on one standard car. It works for them and I think it is the best way to offer cars.My 3 Series is the 318 Ci Coupe.Let me tell you about it.Styling.--------The appearance of the 318 Coupe is nothing if not startling. Benefiting highly from its total revamp just over 2 years ago, the coupe just oozes power. Look at it long enough and it might start growling.One thing that BMW have done to the 3 series is round off its early 90's edges that it suffered from. This gives the coupe a touch of sheer elegance to go along with its sporty exterior.It does appear to be a bit longer than the saloon but this is an optical illusion. The long swooping boot is made more visible and highlighted due to its smaller cabin and improved aerodynamics.Whereas previous coupe have shared styles and universal parts from other 3 series cars, the new coupe is completely unique in that it only share 3 components with its sister cars. According to the dealership and confirmed by their website, the coupe only shares the logo, door handles and side indicator lenses!Moving around to the rear shows that the rounded shape continues right from the bonnet to the very tip of the exhaust. You can see how the parent company of Rover have passed this new roundedness over to the new breed that is being produced in over here. Wheels/ tyresAs always with BMW, you get some serious choice when it comes to the bits that touch the road and intend on keeping you there. As standard, it comes with a set of 16 Inch BMW Seven Star Alloys that Pack an almighty girth for the car as well as giving it a boost in sex appeal. Whoever said you don’t look at the wheels was lying. You can also get the wheels in the following styles.RadialCross-spokeV Spoke5 Star Tyres are gonna be sure to give you enough grip with their low profile height of 55 while at a width of 205 they have enough contact to assure you stay on the road. If you want a little bit more wheel and a little less tyre, you can upgrade to a 17 inch or 18 inch rim. These are also available in the 5 styles. Obviously the corresponding tyre will need to be lower profile and cost you more money to replace. Interior.As standard, the inside is full of gadgets that would be seen as optional extras on most cars. Finished in its cloth upholstery, it looks very fragile and easily marked. I have been told by the dealership that it is a very hard wearing but Im sure I will put it to the test. Apparently, full leather insides are liable to cracking and age much quicker in BMW’s. Anyway, My boss would not stretch to Leather so I have has the Moda design.The dashboard is dominated by its elegant dials that show you just how fast you are going and how many revs it has taken to get you there. Following the White dial phenomenom of the 90’s. Light illumination shows the readouts very well and all mile recorder are now, of course, digital.The stereo. Hmm. Not impressed. It is a Cassette player! All of this modern technology and no CD! You can have one fitted and the Cassette player is “prepared” for multichanger input. That can wait at these prices!Ride quality/Comfort. This is excellent. The seats are very hugging. In fact, I thought it was giving me a cuddle during the test drive. You know that it is going to give you a smooth ride in these. Legroom is not at a premium as much as I thought it would be with a 2 door. Its not huge inside but it will suit me! The suspension and handling is all helped by DSC Dynamic Stability control. This intelligent piece of kit changes your braking pressures and engine revs to get you around the corners smoothly and thus improving your ride quality.Performance.This is the bit the boy racers like.Despite being designated a 318, it in fact packs a full 2 Litre engine under the bonnet. The new 3 series engines are caller Valvetronics and they are standard 4 cylinder. They also make a V6 but my boss won’t stretch to that. With a top speed of 135mph, it will carry me along nicely.Its not the fastest car around. It may look quick but it takes 9.3 seconds to get me from stopped to 60 mph. When you consider the weight of these cars, that is not a bad job. The new modifications to their great engine means you get more miles to the gallon than you used to. Maintenance is also reduced due to the better longevity to components.Pricing.Starting at �21,250 (including tax and delivery) it is not the cheapest car on the raod but far superior to some cars of this price. Servicing costs from as little as �119 but an average service bill is more likely to be around �350-400 so I have been told. Lot of cash but it will last me. For added extras, the price of the car starts to sky rocket. This is the base model as far as the 318Ci goes and im still getting plenty of extras for my money as far as most other manufacturers are concerned. It just depends how much you value quality.Overall.A tremendous car. Its not the quickest 2 litre I have been in but perhaps one of the sleekest looking and one with the most street credibility. Passenger room could be a problem being a two door but it does solve the problem of child proof locks! Prices are quite expensive but you are paying for quality. A nice comfy ride that will hopefully last me a long time. Thanks boss! ...less andycharger 30.01.2002 Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpful Review of BMW 318Ci Value for Money Road Handling Comfort Features Fuel consumption Looks You'll be driving to the post office next door! Advantages: Looks great, good spec, low depreciation (like all 3 series)Disadvantages: Still quite costly - not the cheapest to insure if your a bit younger. ...330 etc. those chaps at BMW are very clever.) The 318 is a smaller engine (1.8 - 1.955 dependant on year) but it is a fantastic car. Im not going to talk about Spec and bhp and stuff like that, because the technical jargon is readily available on a number of sites - so Im going to talk about what they're like from a drivers perspective. They're quality - from the few I test drove, to the one I bought! Absolutely a dream to drive, with the extra ......Beautiful, fast, classy, head turning, Ipod compatible, low depreciation, not too common. Fantastic drive. Downsides? Still a bit costly (not far off from a young TT), insurance can be costly, BMW SH arent the cheapest!, not the most economical of cars. N.B. You only live once!! ... rhys_morgan1 31.08.2004 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpfulReview of BMW 318Ci Value for MoneyRoad HandlingComfortFeaturesFuel consumptionLooks Quick review of BMW 318Ci excellent driving car so glad i bought one this is a dream car definately to have feel safe driving the car and feel its econimical on petrol asw ell ... missmandihenderson 21.11.2007 (20.11.2007) Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpfulReview of BMW 318Ci Similar reviews » Reviews which might be of interest for "BMW 318Ci" Another Car Craft Idiot Here! please shoot me! Advantages: Large Selection of Cars to look atDisadvantages: Overpriced, Awful Finance deals, NAC warrenty Useless, Nasty Sales Guys Ok Last year, i bought a a BMW 318Ci and i was please with the car, i was built up with excitement about the prospect of owning a BMW for the first time since i only had a fiesta and i was happy as larry! In my opinion the Car salesman used this to manipulate me into getting an awful finance deal and put on huge amounts of pressure to buy the car, i didn't notice at the time but i certainly relised he did afterwards! He was saying, if i sell this car i will be on Deal or No Deal program, please buy this car etc, at one point i thought the slimmy bugger was going to go on his knees and beg me to buy the car! myself only being 24 at the time i had no idea really about intrest rates, jsut knowing the lower the better! and being quoted intrest rates of 11% i was fairly happy that was acceptable, he also push me to a lady ... Maverick1664 16.02.2007 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of Carcraft of Sheffield Thirsty work but well worth it Advantages: looks, handling, performance a real headturnerDisadvantages: fuel thirsty We bought our first BMW back in 2000 which was a 318Ci Coupe which we fell in love with the second we saw it. After having our first baby and then quickly falling pregnant with our second we decided to change the car for something a bit more practical so we bought a brand new 316i se tourer which was a lovely car and we got some sporty wheels and aluminium trim added to make it a bit better but unfortunately it wasn't the same as our coupe. We just didn't get the buzz of driving that you do with a sporty little number so again I decided we had to change, I didn't want to be practical anymore and I went back to BMW on my own and as a surprise for my husbands birthday I bought him a 325Ci Coupe back in Jan 2004. It is silver with black cloth material and I immediately fell in love with it. Now the downside to this car is that it only ... lj210701 13.10.2004 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpfulReview of BMW 325Ci Good but not Brilliant Advantages: Build Quality, Ride, Interior, ComfortDisadvantages: Handling, Engine Noise ,000 on this car, and neither will thousands of other savvy car buyers, so imports are here to stay, just make sure that it's a full UK spec one you're looking at, especially if you're planning a trip to one of the burgeoning car supermarkets around as they can be particularly prone to skimping where spec is concerned. The words FULL UK SPEC are vital when looking at any import. Finally, the new motor is a 2001 BMW 318Ci Coupe. Imported but again to full UK spec and so far so good. Perhaps a review of the current one in a year's time...... 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Smooth rideDisadvantages: Price. Room . The most famous of the shapes. The Coupe. The 2 door sporty model of the range. The Convertible. A soft top that offers an alternative to the coupe. The Touring. An estate for those that need a little more room. Most Companies offer entirely different models to cater for these requests. (i.e. Ford used to offer the Mondeo,Orion,Escort) BMW simply alter their shape slightly but rely on one standard car. It works for them and I think it is the best way to offer cars. My 3 Series is the 318 Ci Coupe. Let me tell you about it. Styling. -------- The appearance of the 318 Coupe is nothing if not startling. Benefiting highly from its total revamp just over 2 years ago, the coupe just oozes power. Look at it long enough and it might start growling. One thing that BMW have done to the 3 series is round off its early 90's edges that it ... andycharger 30.01.2002 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of BMW 318Ci You'll be driving to the post office next door! Advantages: Looks great, good spec, low depreciation (like all 3 series)Disadvantages: Still quite costly - not the cheapest to insure if your a bit younger. Whilst being in uni for a few years and absolutely slogging it and living on a shoe string -theres was always one car that I wanted more than any other!! That was a 3 series Coupe! Ideally a 330, but when it came to insuring the little beauty I realised given my age, and a few points that I managed to pick up along the way, that the 318 was the only feasible option (As the numbers go up - so does the engine size 318 -> 320 -> 330 etc. those chaps at BMW are very clever.) The 318 is a smaller engine (1.8 - 1.955 dependant on year) but it is a fantastic car. Im not going to talk about Spec and bhp and stuff like that, because the technical jargon is readily available on a number of sites - so Im going to talk about what they're like from a drivers perspective. They're quality - from the few I test drove, to the one I bought ... rhys_morgan1 31.08.2004 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: helpfulReview of BMW 318Ci HOW SENSIBLE CAN A CONVERTIBLE GET? Advantages: Weather Proof. Engine. Fuel Economy. Style. Interior Space.Disadvantages: Purchase Price. Please note that the photograph inserted by Ciao at the top of this page is NOT the car of the title - it is the very different last model, soft roof BMW 3-Series. I have published pictures of the latest model - that is, the car reviewed and which the title refers to. WHAT IS IT? The BMW 320d SE is a clever folding metal roof version of BMW's ever popular 3-Series. Particularly interesting in this case is that roof up, the styling is barely distinguishable from the conventional 3-Series Coupe model. The 3-Series has always been one of the more spacious, four seater convertibles, the folding metal roof does not change this, at 4.58 metres long and 1.985 wide, it is identical in size to Coupe model. WHICH SPECIFIC MODEL? The model reviewed here is the new four cylinder, 177bhp 320 diesel, in non-sporting SE trim. This ... RICHADA 27.06.2008 · Read full review Ciao members have rated this car review on average: very helpfulReview of BMW 320d Convertible Similar Cars Product Information Related tags Compare products Gift ideas Cars similar to BMW 318Ci Convertible » 2 Car reviews 318ci BMW 3 Series - Saloon - Petrol - Available Trims: SE, Sport Buy now for only £9,438.00 3 Car reviews bmw 318 convertible BMW 3 Series - Convertible - Petrol Rate it now bmw m3 convertible BMW 3 Series - Convertible - Rear (RWD) - 6 Speed Manual, 7 Speed ... 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Product Information for "BMW 318Ci Convertible" » Product details Body Type Convertible Fuel Type Petrol Available Trims SE; Sport Range BMW 3 Series Manufacturer BMW Transmission type 5 Speed Manual; 5 Speed Automatic Power 150 Type Car Release Date 01.01.2005 Height 1372 Width 1757 Length 4488 Weight 1505 Classification Standard Car Range + Engine Type 318Ci SE, 318Ci Sport Country of Origin Germany CO2 Emissions 190 g/km - (Man) / 203 g/km - (Auto) Emissions Class EU4 Number of Doors 2 NCAP Rating NCAP 4 Star Rating Acceleration (0 - 62 mph) 10.3 seconds - (Man) Maximum Speed (mph) 129 Warranty 3 years / Unlimited miles Cylinders 4 Fuel Capacity (litres) 63 Torque 148@3600 lb/ft Driven Wheels Rear (RWD) Insurance Group 14 Engine Size (cc) 1995 Towing Limit (kg) 1400 Boot Capacity (litres) 300 Ciao Listed on Ciao since 15/02/2005 Manufacturer's product description BMW present the 3 Series 318Ci SE Convertible Convertible with 5 Speed - (Man) / 5 Speed - (Auto), Rear (RWD) running on Unleaded Petrol Related tags for BMW 318Ci Convertible » BMW 6 Convertible BMW CI Convertible BMW 320 Convertible BMW Convertible BMW 1 Convertible BMW 3 Series Convertible BMW 3 Convertible BMW 320 Convertible CAR NEW BMW Convertables Convertable BMW Cars Compare BMW 318Ci Convertible to other similar BMW » similar by Price (up to �9999) BMW 525d BUILD QUALITY, ENGINE OUTPUT, ECONOMY, PRESTIGE LOOKS?, I-DRIVE? (*) BMW 316ti Build, Reliability, Status. Air conditioning, Add ons. (*) BMW 318Ci Great looking car. Smooth ride Price. Room (*) similar by Series (BMW 3 Series) BMW 330i Good looking, quick, reliable, the clear leader in its field! Apart from cost none spring to mind. (*) BMW 320i Coupe Six cylinder heaven none thus far (*) BMW 320i Great to drive, spacious, safe, reliable No rear windscreen wiper, small glove compartment (*) similar by Body Type (Convertible) BMW 320i Convertible style, class, powerful and built to last. replacement parts can be expensive. 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Report this review I OWN A BMW 318CI AUTO YEAR 2000.IT LOOKS GOOD BUT IT LACKS IN POWER.THIS CAR WILL BE MORE IDEAL FOR BACK ROADS THAN THE MOTROWAY,AS THE 318CI IS A 4 CYLINDER 1895CC.I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS IDLE VALVE GOES UP WHILE ON GEAR P AND N,COOLANT LEVEL NEEDEDS TOPPING UP REGULAR AND THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT COMES ON TO OFTEN.WILL RECOMMEND A 320CI OR 325CI AS I HAVE TESTED BOTH AND IS SMOOTH AND QUICK WITH 5 GEARS NOT 4 GEARS WHAT THE 318CI AUTO HAS. PS CANT GO WRONG WITH BMW 850CI AUTO! Read Guest's full review and ratings (96 words) bigd7 23rd Dec 2008 Reviewer rating: bigd7's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review Smoothe and classy. Comfortable and Sturdy. Read bigd7's review (7 words) MAFI 4th Nov 2008 Reviewer rating: MAFI's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review I love it the BMW 318 se ci I just got one 3 days ago my one is 02 black I want to change the light to angel eyes one and get folding wing mirror on it/any one know where to buy this part cheaper and m.tech body kit for it too. Read MAFI's review (51 words) Guest 30th Oct 2008 Reviewer rating: On average, people found this review very helpful Report this review I have read some of the other comments posted here and I agree that the car is good looking and is a good drive, but the car has not been all that reliable for the three years I have owned it. I have had trouble with a couple of sensors on the engine causing it to rev erratically and not to rev at times when the accelerator was pressed. The reverse sensors constantly go off when reversing even though there is nothing behind you. To top it all off, both front doors locking mechanisms have gone fa ... Read Guest's review (137 words) Richie P 7th Aug 2008 Reviewer rating: Richie P's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review Bought my 2002 BMW 318ci in Oct 07, superb car, always wanted one, and was not disappointed. Mine is black with black polished 18 alloys, looks the business. I'm would recommend this model to anyone thinking of buying one, the engine sounds great and the overall ride and comfort is superb, mine has full hide leather interior which feels like an armchair when your driving. Looking at adding a twin cat back system to give a bit more power, but no need to go too mad, as it is powerful enough. Read Richie P's review (105 words) Guest 2nd Feb 2008 Reviewer rating: Guest's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review Great car, excellent drive pretty economical for a car its size, looks mint with angel eyes and mtech bodykit, It is not the fatest but its still fast enough, I love the looks overall a very beautiful car! I love it, its so beuatiful! Read Guest's review (71 words) dazawaza 2nd Jan 2008 Reviewer rating: dazawaza's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review I love this car, i have put a sports system on it (cat back) it made a real difference in power, though you pay the price in a little extra noise, it worth it though. I am a bit of a car swopper but this one i will keep love it. Read dazawaza's review (81 words) mattd121 30th Sep 2007 Reviewer rating: mattd121's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review The 318i M Tech versions are some of the nicest looking coupes on the market. Read mattd121's review (54 words) Bantaman010 9th Jul 2007 Reviewer rating: Bantaman010's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review With it being black it will always be in fashion. I think it is better looking than the new model; it's more smooth. Someone called it The Bat Mobile. I love it. Still drives like the day I picked it up, great on long journeys. Read Bantaman010's review (105 words) graeme1 7th Jun 2006 Reviewer rating: graeme1's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review I smile every time I drive this BMW 3 Series 318 Ci (it's the 1 in the pic) hard ride but makes for unrivalled handling. I test drove the Merc equivalent and the 2 don't compare. Absolutely love this car and would recommend it to everyone. Averaging around 34mpg and that's with a heavy right foot. Twitchy handling at first but once you realise it's because it's razor sharp it's amazing. I also love the electric pop-out windows at the rear, so cool! Read graeme1's review (94 words and 1 comment) Jordan79 4th Oct 2004 Reviewer rating: Jordan79's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review Yes, I have a BMW 3 Series 318 Ci 2002 sports car and its great. But I always and still think that the engine sound is too loud. Especially when starting the engine. Sometimes with noticeable jerking. I took it to three garages to check (including the dealer) and they said its fine! (wonder if all 318 Ci do that or only mine???) Other than that, its an awsome drive, with great control. And its really spacious. Read Jordan79's review (73 words) mgarvey 12th Jun 2004 Reviewer rating: mgarvey's review has yet to be rated - Be the first! Report this review I bought the BMW 3 Series 318 Ci , which has the 143bhp 2.0 engine, to replace a VW Golf GTI. The car was a revelation to drive once I had got used to its very responsive handling, which made the car seem 'twitchy' at first but feels balanced and communicative when you get used to it. This car corners like it is on rails and inspires great confidence. Build quality is also very good - nothing of note has gone wrong in 45k miles of ownership and the smooth 2.0 engine just gets better with ag ... Read mgarvey's review (253 words) motormouth. 3rd Mar 2003 Reviewer rating: On average, people found this review very helpful Report this review Yes, the 318ci is an excellent drivers car. I imported mine from Germany last year. Very pleased with it. I opted for one the BMW individual colours (atlantis blue) with the sport pack and xenon lights. A well balanced car. Read motormouth's review (40 words) Paul. 8th May 2002 Reviewer rating: On average, people found this review helpful Report this review Just got a new BMW 318 Ci with 17 inch alloys and am very very impressed. Having previously owned a Golf GT TDI, it's great to drive a car that doesn't wallow when cornering. The engine is a 2 litre 143bhp unit that is very impressive. There is very little to justify the 320 2.2 litre six cylinder when the 318 goes so well. Why pay higher insurance and more company car tax for an engine that shows no added benefit until you get it into the high rev range. 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BMW 3-Series (E46) A facelifted BMW E46 Manufacturer BMW, Avtotor and Brilliance Production 1998–2005 Assembly Leipzig, Germany Munich, Germany Regensburg, Germany Rosslyn, South Africa 6th of October City, Egypt[1] Kaliningrad, Russia[2] Shenyang, China[3] Predecessor BMW E36 Successor BMW E90 Class Compact executive car Body style(s) 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon 3-door hatchback Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive / All-wheel drive Engine(s) 1.8L I4 16 valve 1.9L I4 2.0L I4 16 valve 2.0L I6 24 valve 2.2L I6 24 valve 2.5L I6 24 valve 2.8L I6 24 valve 3.0L I6 24 valve 3.2L I6 24 valve 4.0L V8 32 valve 2.0L I4 16 valve turbodiesel 2.9L I6 24 valve turbodiesel 3.0L I6 24 valve turbodiesel Transmission(s) 5-speed sequential manual 6-speed sequential manual 6-speed automatic 5-speed semi-automatic 5-speed automatic Wheelbase 107.3 in (2725 mm) Length Sedan: 176.0 in (4470 mm) Wagon: 176.3 in (4478 mm) Convertible & Coupe: 176.7 in (4488 mm) Width Sedan & Wagon: 68.5 in (1740 mm) Convertible & Coupe: 69.2 in (1758 mm) Height Sedan: 55.7 in (1415 mm) 2000-02 325i Wagon: 55.5 in (1410 mm) 2000-02 325xi Wagon: 56.3 in (1430 mm) Convertible: 54.0 in (1372 mm) Coupe: 53.9 in (1369 mm) xi Sedan: 56.5 in (1435 mm) Related BMW M3 BMW X3 BMW Z4 Rover 75 The BMW E46 is the fourth generation of the 3 Series compact executive cars produced by BMW, produced from 1998 when it succeeded the BMW E36 until it was replaced by the BMW E90 in 2005. The E46 was released in 1998 to worldwide markets (excluding the United States) in the sedan body style. In 1999, a coupé and touring body style became available to all markets, and the sedan was released in the United States. A convertible and hatchback body style was released in 2000, the latter only for Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The E46 experienced enormous success in all markets and was widely considered the performance benchmark of its class.[4] The record selling year for the E46 chassis was 2002, when 561,249 vehicles were sold worldwide.[5] BMW M GmbH produced a high performance variant of the E46 chassis, designated the M3. This version had a larger, more powerful engine, sportier suspension, a limited slip differential, and various aesthetic modifications. The M3 was released in 2001 and was available only in the coupé and convertible body style. It was offered with two transmissions; a standard 6-speed manual, or an optional sequential manual gearbox. Contents 1 Design 1.1 Exterior design 1.2 Flexible electronics design 1.3 Powertrain and engine design 1.3.1 Petrol engines 1.3.2 Diesel engines 2 Model badging 2.1 316 2.2 318 2.3 320 2.4 323 2.5 328 2.6 325 2.7 330 3 Trim levels 3.1 United States market 3.1.1 Premium package (ZPP) 3.1.2 Sport package (ZSP) 3.1.3 Cold weather package (ZCW) 3.1.4 Performance package (ZHP) 3.2 Rest of world markets 3.2.1 ES 3.2.2 SE 3.2.3 Sport / M Sport 3.2.4 M Clubsport 3.2.5 Luxury package 4 Model nomenclature 4.1 "i" 4.1.1 "xi" 4.1.2 "d" 4.2 "Ci" 4.2.1 "Cd" 4.3 "Cic" 4.4 "iT" 4.5 "ti" 4.6 "td" 5 Changes by Model Year 5.1 Mid-year 1998 (MY 99) 5.2 1999 5.3 2000 5.3.1 Mid-year 2000 (9/99) 5.4 2001 5.4.1 Mid-year 2001 (3/01) 5.5 2002 5.5.1 Mid-year 2002 (9/02) 5.6 2003 5.6.1 Mid-year 2003 (3/03) 5.6.2 Mid-year 2003 (6/03) 5.6.3 Mid-year 2003 (9/03) 5.6.4 Mid-year 2003 (10/03) 5.7 2004 5.8 2005 5.8.1 Mid-year 2005 (5/05) 6 SULEV 7 M3 7.1 CSL 7.2 North American competition package (ZCP) 8 Gallery 9 References 10 External links [edit] Design [edit] Exterior design The E46 was developed as a modern replacement for the ageing and cornered BMW E36 chassis. DesignworksUSA was contracted by BMW to work alongside BMW Group's in house design team to create the exterior body work.[6] Based on the E36 body shell, the design team put an emphasis on improving aerodynamics and increasing the car's aggressive stance.[6] [edit] Flexible electronics design Since the start of production the entire in-car entertainment system (Radio Function, Navigation System, Television and Telecommunications systems) is based on a very flexible automotive computer system.[7] As a result the E46 models can all be easily upgraded with the newest BMW technologies including BMW's Bluetooth System, the DVD based Navigation system, as well as BMW's CD changers that play MP3s[8] [edit] Powertrain and engine design An emphasis was put on reducing unsprung weight and increasing structural rigidity rather than increasing power output: the highest displacement model at release, the E46 328, had only 3 horsepower more than the E36 328.[9] To counter this small power increase, the body shell of the E46 was claimed by BMW to be 70% more rigid than the E36's,[9] and aluminum suspension components were used increasingly in order to decrease unsprung weight.[9] In tune with BMW's core values,[10] the E46 was released with a front engined rear-wheel drive layout with 50/50 weight distribution.[9][11] This balance allows for optimal handling in regards to the drive train layout. [edit] Petrol engines This section needs additional citations for verification. Please help improve this article by adding reliable references. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (March 2010) Model[12] Engine Production[13] Volume (in cc) Type[14] Power Torque 0–100 km/h[15] (0-62 mph) 316i M43TUB19 1998–2001 1895 I4, 8v 105 PS (77 kW; 104 bhp) 122 ft·lbf (165 N·m) 12.4 s 316i/ti N42B18 2001–2004 1796 I4, 16v 115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp) 129 ft·lbf (175 N·m) 10.9 s N46B18 2004–2005 318i/Ci M43TUB19 1998–2001 1895 I4, 8v 120 PS (88 kW; 118 bhp) 133 ft·lbf (180 N·m) 10.4 s 318i/Ci/ti N42B20 2002–2003 1995 I4, 16v 143 PS (105 kW; 141 bhp) 148 ft·lbf (201 N·m) 9.3 s N46B20 2004–2005 318Ci 2005–2007 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) 9.2 s 320i M52TUB20 1998–2000 1991 I6, 24v 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) 140 ft·lbf (190 N·m) 9.9 s 320i/Ci M54B22 2001–2007 2171 170 PS (125 kW; 168 bhp) 155 ft·lbf (210 N·m) 8.2 s 323i/Ci M52TUB25 1998–2000 2494 170 PS (125 kW; 168 bhp) 181 ft·lbf (245 N·m) 8.0 s 325i/xi/Ci/ti (US) M54B25 2001–2005 184 bhp (137 kW; 187 PS) 175 ft·lbf (237 N·m) 6.3 s 325i/Ci SULEV (US) M56B25 2002–2005 184 bhp (137 kW; 187 PS) 175 ft·lbf (237 N·m) 7.3 s 325i/xi/Ci/ti (EUR) M54B25 2001–2007 2494 192 bhp (143 kW; 195 PS) 181 ft·lbf (245 N·m) 7.2 s 328i/Ci M52TUB28 1998–2000 2793 193 bhp (144 kW; 196 PS) 206 ft·lbf (279 N·m) 7.0 s[16] 330i/xi/Ci M54B30 2000–2007 2979 231 bhp (172 kW; 234 PS) 214 ft·lbf (290 N·m) 6.5 s 330i/Ci ZHP (US Only) 2003–2006 235 bhp (175 kW; 238 PS) 222 ft·lbf (301 N·m) 5.8 s M3 (US) S54B32 2001–2006 3246 333 bhp (248 kW; 338 PS) 262 ft·lbf (355 N·m) 5.2 s M3 (EUR) 2001–2006 343 bhp (256 kW; 348 PS) 269 ft·lbf (365 N·m) 5.0 s M3 CSL 2003–2004 355 bhp (265 kW; 360 PS) 273 ft·lbf (370 N·m) 4.8 s M3 GTR (Street) 2001 3997 V8, 32v 444 bhp (331 kW; 450 PS) 345 ft·lbf (468 N·m) M3 GTR (Race) 2001–2005 500 bhp (373 kW; 507 PS) 370 ft·lbf (502 N·m) [edit] Diesel engines Model Engine Production Volume (in cc) Type Power Torque 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) 318d/td M47D20 2001–2005 1951 I4, 16v 115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp) 195 ft·lbf (264 N·m) 10.7 s 320d M47D20 1999–2001 1951 I4, 16v 136 PS (100 kW; 134 bhp) 207 ft·lbf (281 N·m) 9.9 s 320d/cd/td M47TUD20 2001–2007 1995 I4, 16v 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) 243 ft·lbf (329 N·m) 8.8 s 330d/xd/cd M57D30 1999–2003 2926 I6, 24v 184 PS (135 kW; 181 bhp) 288 ft·lbf (390 N·m) 7.8 s M57TUD30 2004–2007 2993 204 PS (150 kW; 201 bhp) 302 ft·lbf (409 N·m) 7.2 s [edit] Model badging [edit] 316 The 316 was introduced in 1999 and has the smallest engine available in the E46, the 1.9 L BMW M43 producing 105 hp (78 kW) and 165 N·m (122 ft·lbf).[17] Like all 4 cylinder models, it was not released into the United States market.[9] In 2001, the 316 was given a smaller, yet more powerful 1.8 L BMW N42 engine producing 116 hp (87 kW) and 175 N·m (129 ft·lbf).[18] [edit] 318 The 318 was introduced in 1998 with the same engine as the 316, the 1.9 L BMW M43.[18] However, it was designated the M43B19TU (technical update) and had dual balancing shafts which increased horsepower to 118 hp (88 kW) and torque to 180 N·m (133 ft·lbf). Along with the 316, the 318 received an updated engine in 2001: the 2.0 L BMW N42. It produced 143 hp (107 kW) and 200 N·m (148 ft·lbf).[18] The 318 was not released into the United States market.[9] [edit] 320 Sold in Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom, it was the base model the E46 lineup there, powered by a 2.2-litre inline six making 168 horsepower. It would be succeeded by the 323i (another Canada-only configuration) in the succeeding E90 lineup.[19] [edit] 323 The 323 was one of the first E46 models available for purchase, 1998 for the sedan (excluding North American markets) and 1999 for the coupe (and sedan in North American markets). It was powered by BMW's 2.5 L M52 engine designated M52TUB25.[18] The M52 engine was previously used in the E36; however, this 2.5 L version added dual VANOS, BMW's mechanically continuous variable valve timing system. This improved low end torque and fuel economy over the M52B25 used in the E36 323. The E46 323, despite having a 2.5L engine, was designated "323" and not "325", to increase the apparent spread between it and the correctly-numbered 328 to appeal to BMW enthusiasts. The 323 ended its run after 2000,[18] when it was then retired to make way for the updated E46 325. [edit] 328 The 328 was released alongside the 323 as a high-performance option, still using the BMW M52 engine. The E46 328 and 323 ended their production runs after three model years (1998–2000) when it was succeeded by the 330 and 325, respectively. [edit] 325 The 325 took over from the market position of the 323 and uses the same 2.5 L I6 engine, however the 325's engine has improved double-VANOS and fully dual pipe exhaust system. The European version makes 192 hp (143 kW), while the U.S./Canadian version had a catalytic converter installed which reduces the output to 184 hp (137 kW) . [edit] 330 The 330 succeeded the 328 as the top-performing E46 (excluding the M3), with the M54B30 making 231 PS (170 kW; 228 bhp) and 214 ft·lbf (290 N·m), while the performance package (ZHP) version had an output of 235 bhp (175 kW; 238 PS) and 222 ft·lbf (301 N·m). [edit] Trim levels [edit] United States market [edit] Premium package (ZPP) The premium package has been available on all 3-series cars. It typically included: Different wheels and tires [if ordered with the sport package, the sport package's wheels and tires are supplied] A multifunction steering wheel [IF it was not already standard on the vehicle] Wood grain interior trim [if ordered with the sport package, the premium package wood is typically installed, unless specifically requested otherwise] Rain-sensing windshield wipers (became standard equipment in 2004) Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Power seats Lumbar Support (not available on the 325) Moonroof (note: moonroof can also be ordered separately) [edit] Sport package (ZSP) The sport package was available on all E46's, excluding cars with the Performance package and the M3. It consisted of a three spoke sports leather steering wheel and had improved grip over the standard "square" steering wheel. The car was also given sport seats which provided better bolstering and support than the stock seats. They also had adjustable thigh supports and were available in manual or power. The sports package also offered 17 inch wheels standard, which came with staggered lower profile tires. Sport suspension was also given, which offered improved handling by way of firmer springs, a lower ride height, and tighter dampers. [edit] Cold weather package (ZCW) The cold weather package has been available on all 3-series and M3 cars. It typically included: Pass-through ski bag Heated seats Headlight washers Fold down rear seats [edit] Performance package (ZHP) 2005 BMW 330Ci ZHP 2004 BMW 330CI Silver Grey Metallic The performance package was an option given to E46 sedans from 2003 to 2005 and coupes from 2004-2006.[20] It included various aesthetic changes over the regular 3 series, as well as functional and mechanical enhancements. It had M badges on each of its Style 135 wheels, with additional M badging on the multi-function steering wheel and atop the 6-speed short throw weighted shifter. In addition to the standard color options, the ZHP was available in the "Motorsport-only" colors Silverstone Grey, Mystic Blue and Imola Red. It received the "M-Tech II" bodykit standard, 18-inch staggered Style 135 wheels, high gloss anthracite window trim, and the coupe received clear turn signals (headlights, side-markers, and tail-lights) instead of the amber turn signals found on the standard 330Ci.[20] The interior had also been modified with half cloth-half alcantara sports seats (optional upgrade to leather), an alcantara-wrapped sports steering wheel (switched to perforated leather in mid-2005), a shorter M-badged shift knob, anthracite colored cloth headliner, and aluminum "cubed" faux-carbon fiber interior trim (available in silver or black). The instrument gauge cluster was also modified with red needles and polished metal trim rings.[21] In the performance department, the ZHP was equipped with the more aggressive BMW Performance camshafts and a DME tune to increase power from 225 hp (168 kW) to 235 hp (175 kW).[20] The engine redline was also raised from 6,500 rpm to 6,800 rpm to further take advantage of the new power band and higher power output achieved by the new camshafts at higher RPMs.[21] As a result of the higher redline, the nut that fastens the oil pump's sprocket came with threadlocker pre-applied from the factory to keep the nut from falling off.[22] The car also received a shorter final drive ratio which allows for faster acceleration; 3.07 vs. 2.93 for manuals and 3.64 vs. 3.38 for the automatic.[21] Car and Driver magazine track-tested the car, which returned a 0-60 mph time of 5.6 seconds and passed through the 1/4 mile in 14.3 seconds.[21] In 2003 the ZHP was the only non-M 3-series to feature a Getrag 6-speed manual transmission (the Steptronic automatic transmission was not available the first model year (2003), but it was offered from 2004-2006. Suspension was modified over the standard suspension with firmer springs and dampers, larger anti-roll bars, stronger front control arm ball joints, a lower ride height, and slightly more negative camber.[21] The Style 135 wheels also came equipped with the much stickier compound, Michelin Pilot Sport tires, in a staggered configuration with 225/40-18 tires in the front and 255/35-18 tires in the back.[21] [edit] Rest of world markets [edit] ES The ES trim level was the base level available for the European E46s from 2003. It included various safety features as standard equipment, such as anti-lock brakes, 6 airbags, dynamic stability control, and a factory installed alarm which were not common as standard features when the E46 was released.[23] Comfort items such as heated and electric mirrors were also fitted standard.[23] The ES trim did not include cruise control, a multi-function steering wheel (MFSW), leather steering wheel or gearknob, although these were offered as "at-cost" options.[23] [edit] SE The SE trim level included the options the ES trim level was given, but added cruise control as part of the multi-function steering wheel, headlight washers, parking sensors, leather steering wheel and gearknob.[23] It was the mid-range trim level that offered luxury items, but lacked the sporting items the M Sport and M Clubsport trim levels had, although the drivetrains of both SE and M Sport models were identical. [edit] Sport / M Sport The Sport (later M Sport) trim level included the options given on the ES and SE trim levels, but had additional performance-orientated items added. It came with the "M-tech" I or II bodykits (depending on when the car was ordered), half leather-half alcantara sports seats, sports suspension (comprising stiffer springs, dampers, and altered suspension geometry), gloss black external trim instead of the chrome trim of the SE, sports steering wheel and 17" lightweight style 68 alloy wheels.[23] The drivetrain of Sport / M-Sport models is identical to that of base / ES / SE variants. [edit] M Clubsport A 330Ci M Clubsport The M Clubsport trim level is aesthetically similar to the United States Performance Package.[23] The main difference is that the M Clubsport trim was not given the BMW performance camshafts that the ZHP obtained. Instead, it had 20 kilograms (44 lb) of sound deadening removed from the car. The M Clubsport trim shares the same suspension set up as the performance package (ZHP) in America, as well as the "cubed" interior trim and 18 inch style 135 wheels.[24] However, changes from the ZHP include plastic front splitters on the M-Tech II bumper, a M-tech II styled rear spoiler (instead of the M3 trunk lip), and clubsport door sills.[24] The M Clubsport also came with two "BMW Individual" colour options that were carried throughout the car, Estoril Blue and Velvet Blue.[24] Unlike the other trim levels, the M Clubsport trim was only available on the 330.[23] [edit] Luxury package This Canadian-only package offered the same options as the United States premium package. [edit] Model nomenclature [edit] "i" The "i" badging indicates that the car has a fuel injection engine (Petrol) which first appeared in the E21 & E30 models. [edit] "xi" With the introduction of the xi models in 2001, BMW brought back AWD which hadn't been an option in the 3-series since 1991 when the E30 325iX was discontinued. BMW produced the 325xi and 330xi in the US between 2001–2005, but only in Sedan (4-door) trim. The AWD models were well received by reviewers for giving customers in severe winter climates the option of an AWD 3-series. At the same time, the xi was criticized for its added weight, slower acceleration, decreased gas mileage, softer suspension, and poor original equipment tires.[25][26] The transfer case used in all BMW E46 xi models is manufactured by New Venture Gear, Inc., which is owned by Magna Powertrain. The NV 124 transfer case used in the E46 xi models is a full-time four-wheel-drive gear driven transfer case.[27] The xi models have a permanent front/rear 38:62 torque split which differs from the E46's successor, the E9X, which incorporated BMW's new xDrive platform. Both the front and rear differentials in the E46 xi are open differentials which are aided by DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) to control wheel spin and oversteer/understeer. The xi models were only produced in left-hand drive, and as such were not sold in RHD markets such as the United Kingdom. [edit] "d" The "d" indicates that the car has a diesel powered engine. [edit] "Ci" The "Ci" indicates that the car is a coupe with a petrol powered engine. [edit] "Cd" The "Cd" indicates that the car is a coupe with a diesel powered engine. [edit] "Cic" The "Cic" indicates that the car is a 2 door convertible with a petrol powered engine. These cars were badged Ci. [edit] "iT" The "T" in "iT" stands for "Touring", the BMW nomenclature for a 4 door wagon. It has a petrol powered engine. These cars are just badged as "i". [edit] "ti" The 'ti' badge on the E46 Compact stands for 'Touring International' This harks back to the BMW 2002 tii touring. [edit] "td" The 'td' badge indicates a Compact powered by a diesel engine (a variation of the ti badge for petrol-engined variants) [edit] Changes by Model Year [edit] Mid-year 1998 (MY 99) 316, 318, 320, 323, and 328 sedans are released to worldwide markets, designated "i"(excluding the US). [edit] 1999 323 and 328 E46 Sedans introduced in the US (The 316 to 320 models were not released in the US to the general public at any point). E46 Coupe is launched into worldwide markets, designated "Ci" (excluding the US). E46 Touring is launched into worldwide markets, designated "iT" (excluding the US). [edit] 2000 E46 Coupe is launched into the US. E46 Touring is launched into the US. Dynamic Stability Control replaces Automatic Stability Control. Auto Recirculation becomes standard. The 323 has 15" Alloy wheels standard (replacing hub caps for no-option package 323s). The Premium Package has wood trim and moonroof standard, with 16" wheels only (no more 15" offered). The 323 gets the Sport/Premium combo package offered. Power seats are a stand-alone option on 323. [edit] Mid-year 2000 (9/99) Power seats with driver's seat memory upgraded to include exterior mirror memory. Radio has clock function; as a result, an onboard computer function and the time can be displayed at the same time. Child seat tether anchorages added as standard equipment. Center console buttons redesigned. New key design Automatic transmission changes to Steptronic [edit] 2001 323i is replaced by the 325i and receives the new M54B25 engine 328i is replaced by the 330i and receives the new M54B30 engine New sport steering wheel with circular airbag cover. New dual exhaust from headers to muffler. 325i sports package gets 17x8 style 44 wheels. 330: 17" rims are standard 330: Sports package rims are changed to syle M68 with 17x7.5 up front and 17x8.5 in the rear. 330: Brakes are 1" larger 330: Headlight washer jets standard on cold-weather package 330: Silver trim around headlights 330: "Updated" steering (more power assist) Coupes get titanium front spoiler trim. [edit] Mid-year 2001 (3/01) 325i and 325iT: New standard equipment: foglights, cruise control, & automatic climate control 325Ci and 325Cic: New standard equipment: automatic Climate Control 330: Due to customer feedback, there was a midyear change back to a steering system with less boost, although more than 323s and 328s had. BMW offered a free "steering retrofit" to reduce the boost for some time. You now must pay for this retrofit. This only affected 2001 cars. 330i: New standard equipment: power Seats, Harman Kardon stereo, & sport suspension 330Ci & 330Cic: New standard equipment: Harman Kardon stereo [edit] 2002 NAV systems now have a widescreen 16x9 display. E46 Sedans and wagons receive a facelift: New headlight and taillight designs, side directional marker moved and re-shaped, new wider grille, new hood, new front bumpers for 325i and 330i without sport package. 330: 18" wheel option offered 320d: Receives new engine 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS) Xenon headlight option upgraded to Bi-xenon configuration [edit] Mid-year 2002 (9/02) Sirius satellite radio now pre-wired on non-navigation cars [edit] 2003 NAV system becomes DVD based (Mark IV NAV system). In addition, the navigation system will now be available with in-dash CD-player or cassette player. The sound system head unit now has a new auxiliary input (aux input kit required) Sedans receive third rear headrest and 3-point seatbelt. 325: Rain sensor and automatic headlight control will now be part of the Premium Package. 325: Front armrest will be standard in the sedan and sport wagon. 325: Moonroof will be standard in the sport wagon. 325: SULEV 325i, 325Ci, and 325iT are introduced with the M56 motor to meet new emission requirements. The SULEV M56 motor was offered optionally and only comes with the Steptronic transmission. 330: Tire Pressure Monitor replaces the Flat Tire monitor on vehicles with run-flat tires. The alarm display and button in the middle console remain unchanged. 330xi with Sport Package will come with 17" all-season run-flat tires with styling 98 wheels (same as the current run-flat tire option). [edit] Mid-year 2003 (3/03) Performance package introduced on the 330i sedan. It's only offered with a manual transmission and NOT offered with the premium package. All E46s are now pre-wired for the BMW Bluetooth kit All 330 manual transmissions now 6-speed instead of 5-speed [edit] Mid-year 2003 (6/03) M3 CSL production (1400 units) [edit] Mid-year 2003 (9/03) All 330i/330xi Sedans, and 330Ci Coupes must be ordered with option 403 - moonroof. All 330Ci Convertibles must be ordered with ZPP - premium package. Myrtle wood is no longer available as a stand-alone option. It will only be available when the Premium Package is ordered. A new interior trim will be made available on all 3 Series. SA 426 or Aluminum "Brushed Columns" trim will be available as a no cost option when the Premium Package is ordered. If the Premium Package is ordered and SA 426 is not specified, the car will be equipped with Myrtle Wood trim (as before) Cars equipped with Navigation are now pre-wired for Sirius [edit] Mid-year 2003 (10/03) SMG or Sequential Manual Gearbox available in conjunction with the sport package (not available in conjunction with the Performance Package or all-wheel drive models). [edit] 2004 Performance package now available on coupes and convertibles, as well as with the automatic transmission and the premium package (on all 330s). The climate control head unit has a new control button layout (temp, fan and recirculate control buttons) for simpler operation and ease of use. The rain sensor and automatic headlight control standard for all Sedans and Sports Wagons. These features were previously only available with the Premium Package (ZPP). Automatic STEPTRONIC transmission will be available in conjunction with the Performance Package. New Sport Package wheel for 325i Sedan and Sports Wagon. Styling 119 replaces Styling 96. New base wheel for the 330i/330xi Sedan and 325xi Sedan/Sports Wagon when equipped with the Sport Package. New wheel replaces Styling 73. Titanium exterior trim on the front grille and headlights is no longer different for 330i and 330xi Sedans. (The headlights are black and the front spoiler is a combination of black and body color.) Coupes and convertibles receive a face lift with a new front grille (larger "BMW kidneys"), revised lower bumper design and front/rear light redesign including LED tail lights, repositioned side turn signal lights and clear front corners on sport package cars. The Xenon headlight package was upgraded to the Adaptive Xenon package for coupes/convertibles only. 325i and 325iT: Styling 119 (17 x 8) with performance tires replaces Styling 96 when the sport package (ZSP) is ordered. 330i/330xi get a new base wheels. 325xiT and 330xiT get new Sport Package wheels. Styling 137 (17 x 7) with all-season tires replaces Styling 73, also known as the Radial spoke. [edit] 2005 Lumbar seat support added to the premium package on the 325. CD shuttle became MP3 compatible [edit] Mid-year 2005 (5/05) Performance package 330s get a perforated leather steering wheel instead of alcantara. [edit] SULEV BMW introduced a super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV) into the select regions of the United States to meet stricter emission standards. California, New York, and Massachusetts received the SULEV E46's in 2003, and Vermont in 2004.[28] They received a variant of the M54 engine, the BMW M56.[28] The M56 meets SULEV standards, as well as partial zero emission vehicle (PZEV) and zero evaporative emissions requirements.[28] The M56 is claimed to have identical power as its M54 counterpart.[28] Information sticker on the SULEV radiator Engine bay of a 2004 325i SULEV [edit] M3 [edit] CSL A silver BMW M3 CSL. The BMW M3 CSL (coupe sports lightweight)[29] was a limited edition version of the M3, with 1,400 cars being produced for its 2004 model year run.[30] The CSL was never released into the North American market,[31] and was only available in two colours - Silver Grey Metallic and Black Sapphire Metallic.[32] As its name suggests, an emphasis was put on reducing weight. The M3 CSL has a kerb weight of 1,385 kg (3,050 lb), 110 kg (240 lb) lighter than the regular M3.[33][34][35] The CSL features many weight saving technologies taken from Formula One racing applications.[36] A large proportion of the M3's sound insulation has been removed, as have the power windows, electric seats, and navigation systems.[31] Air conditioning and stereo systems could be retrofitted free of cost, but were not available standard.[34] The CSL's unique body pieces are all crafted from carbon fiber reinforced polymer.[33] Glass-reinforced plastics are used throughout structural points in the car.[34] The rear glass window was replaced with lightweight plastic.[34] Although the CSL loses a considerable amount of kerb weight from its original version, the focus was put on strategically reducing or moving the weight in the car rather than the raw amount of weight that could be lost.[37] This is to retain the ideal 50:50 weight distribution characteristics the E46 has.[33] For example, the roof is constructed from carbon fiber reinforced plastic.[33] While this only reduces the kerb weight of the car by 7 kg (15 lb), it lowers the center of gravity of the car and decreases body flex.[32][37] A black M3 E46 CSL. In order to improve the handling ability of the car, the entire suspension system was further refined.[33] Specially developed racing springs and dampers are given to the CSL, and a tightened steering ratio (14.5:1 vs 15.4:1 on the regular M3) improves responsiveness.[36] The braking system is also modified, with larger front and rear floating rotors and calipers from the E39 M5.[31][32] The CSL is given a retuned dynamic stability control system with a "M track mode" setting that allows the car to be pushed to its absolute limits before being activated.[36] The 3.2l engine used in the M3, the BMW S54, has been modified to increased output by 17 hp (13 kW) and 5 N·m (1 lbf) over the European M3.[32][36] This is achieved through a high flow carbon fiber air intake, modified valve and camshaft timing, and a retuned DME.[32][36] However, the engine is further modified in order to reduce weight - it features a lightweight exhaust manifold and thinner exhaust piping.[36] Additionally, the intake and exhaust manifolds are slightly straightened to improve engine responsiveness.[31] The CSL also has various aesthetic modifications over the standard M3. It received an aerodynamic lightweight body kit which included carbon fiber front splitters that improved downforce at high speeds by 50%,[33] as well as a carbon fiber rear diffuser. The front bumper has a distinct hole that is used to draw cool air into the newly designed air intake.[33] The boot lid is redesigned to incorporate a raised lip, unlike the standard M3 where one is simply added on to a flat boot.[33] The CSL was sold with distinct 19 inch lightweight forged BBS alloy rims that came with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup semi-slick racing tires.[32][38] The interior of the CSL is redesigned with a sporty-weight saving theme. The CSL obtains fiberglass front racing bucket seats,[33] and fiberglass backed rear seats.[33] The center console, door panels and trim, and headliner are all formed from carbon fiber,[32][33] and the steering wheel is redesigned with cruise control, stereo, and phone controls removed to include just a single button that activates the M track mode.[32] The SMG II drivelogic semi-automatic transmission is a Getrag 6-speed conventional manual transmission, but with an electrohydraulically actuated clutch pedal, similar to an Formula One style transmission.[32] The regular M3 has the manual transmission as standard and the SMG II automated manual as an option, however the CSL is only offered with the SMG II and that unit also received a more advanced drivelogic unit that was capable of making shifts in 0.08 of a second.[32][36] [edit] North American competition package (ZCP) As the M3 CSL was not available to the North American markets, BMW released an optional "competition package" (option code ZCP) to fill the market void. 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