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BMW 130i

General information

ModelBMW 130i
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating69.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Transmission6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power265.00 PS (195 kW or 261 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min.
Max torque315.00 Nm (32.1 kgf-m or 232.3 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1828 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space330 litres (87 gallons)
Optional cargo space1150 litres (304 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Power assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Power assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (484.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Max weight with load1875 kg (4,133.7 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR33530
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