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BMW 320i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 320i Automatic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating65.5 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
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.14 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2171 ccm (132.47 cubic inches)
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.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1130 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space435 litres (115 gallons)
Optional cargo space1345 litres (355 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1505 kg (3,318.0 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)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions283.0 g/km
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