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BMW 318i

General information

ModelBMW 318i
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving7.3 litres/100 km (32.22 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1995 ccm (121.73 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power143.00 PS (105 kW or 141 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque190.00 Nm (19.4 kgf-m or 140.1 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0997 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Optional cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted. Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1435 kg (3,163.6 pounds)
Max weight with load1880 kg (4,144.7 pounds)
Towing weight1250 kg (2,755.8 pounds)
Overall length4540 mm (178.7 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR25930
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