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BMW 325i Coupe Exclusive

General information

ModelBMW 325i Coupe Exclusive
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.6 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
Fuel mixed driving11.9 litres/100 km (19.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power218.00 PS (160 kW or 215 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque250.00 Nm (25.5 kgf-m or 184.4 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke78.9 x 82.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1535 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space480 litres (127 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1420 kg (3,130.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4590 mm (180.7 inches)
Overall width1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Overall height1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions192.0 g/km
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