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BMW 316

General information

ModelBMW 316
Year2000
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating53.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power105.7 PS (78 kW or 104 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0809 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

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 height1410 mm (55.5 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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