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BMW 318ti Compact Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 318ti Compact Automatic
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving11.0 litres/100 km (21.38 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving7.9 litres/100 km (29.77 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.1 litres/100 km (38.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power141.90 PS (104 kW or 140 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque200.00 Nm (20.4 kgf-m or 147.5 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1017 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Cargo space310 litres (82 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 286 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 276 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1398 kg (3,082.1 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions191.0 g/km
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