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BMW 320td Compact Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 320td Compact Automatic
Year2001
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1994 ccm (121.67 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving9.7 litres/100 km (24.25 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving6.9 litres/100 km (34.09 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving5.4 litres/100 km (43.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1994 ccm (121.67 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.10 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque330.00 Nm (33.6 kgf-m or 243.4 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression17.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 90.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
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)9.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0997 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4870 litres (1,287 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1505 kg (3,318.0 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

CO2 emissions185.0 g/km
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