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BMW 318

General information

ModelBMW 318
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.7 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 81.0 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0893 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1310 kg (2,888.1 pounds)
Overall length4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity52.0 litres (13.74 gallons)
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