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BMW 320i

General information

ModelBMW 320i
Year2004
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating54.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2171 ccm (132.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2171 ccm (132.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power170.00 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed226.0 km/h (140.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1156 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsABS Antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1895 kg (4,177.8 pounds)
Towing weight1600 kg (3,527.4 pounds)
Overall length4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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