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BMW 325d

General information

ModelBMW 325d
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2498 ccm (152.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2498 ccm (152.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque220.00 Nm (22.4 kgf-m or 162.3 ft.lbs) at 1900 Rev. per min.
Compression22.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 81.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0811 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1434 kg (3,161.4 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 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 capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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