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BMW 325 Compact

General information

ModelBMW 325 Compact
Year2001
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power186.60 PS (137 kW or 184 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque245.00 Nm (25.0 kgf-m or 180.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 75.0 mm (3.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1328 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Cargo space310 litres (82 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1405 kg (3,097.5 pounds)
Overall length4270 mm (168.1 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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