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BMW 325e

General information

ModelBMW 325e
Year1985
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating52.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2693 ccm (164.33 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.63 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.36 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2693 ccm (164.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power121.70 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Max torque230.00 Nm (23.5 kgf-m or 169.6 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 81.0 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
0-50 miles6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1047 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1162 kg (2,561.8 pounds)
Overall length4330 mm (170.5 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2630 mm (103.5 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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