The car specs indicate a moderate performance level. With an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 11.2 seconds and a top speed of 184 km/h, it offers decent acceleration and speed capabilities. The drag coefficient of 0.35 suggests moderate aerodynamic efficiency.
Specs
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
11.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
11.2 sec
Max Speed
184 km/h 114.33 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.35
Body & Dimensions
The BMW 3 Series Coupe is a compact luxury car with a 2-door body style, seating capacity for 5 passengers, and a length of 4325 mm. It has a width of 1645 mm, height of 1380 mm, and a wheelbase of 2570 mm.
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Rating
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Doors
2
Length
4325 mm 170.28 in.
Width
1645 mm 64.76 in.
Height
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase
2570 mm 101.18 in.
Front Track
1407 mm 55.39 in.
Rear Track
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Front Overhang
761 mm 29.96 in.
Rear Overhang
994 mm 39.13 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car has a fuel efficiency of 10.4 l/100 km in the urban cycle and 6.5 l/100 km on the extra urban cycle. It is powered by a petrol engine and offers a combined fuel consumption of 9.62 km/l.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.4 l/100 km 22.62 US mpg 27.16 UK mpg 9.62 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car specs indicate a 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine with 105 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The engine is a 1.8L inline-4 with a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
105 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
59.5 Hp/l
Torque
145 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 106.95 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M10B18
Engine Displacement
1766 cm3 107.77 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
71 mm 2.8 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-50, 20W-50 / API SF 15W-50, 20W-50 / ACEA A3
Coolant
6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a disc brake system in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with 175/70 R14 tires and 5J x 14 wheel rims.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
5J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 9.5 kg/Hp and 105 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.9 kg/Nm and 145 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1000 kg and a maximum weight of 1460 kg. The trunk boot space is 404 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 55 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.5 kg/Hp, 105 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.9 kg/Nm, 145 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1000 kg 2204.62 lbs.
Max Weight
1460 kg 3218.75 lbs.
Max Load
460 kg 1014.13 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
404 l 14.27 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Max Roof Load
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - 3 Series Coupe (E30)
5 passengers
4325 mm (170.28 in)
2570 mm (101.18 in)
The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 11.2 seconds.
The maximum speed of the car is 184 km/h (114.33 mph).
The car has a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.35, indicating moderate aerodynamic efficiency.
Answer: The city fuel consumption is 10.4 l/100 km.
Answer: The car runs on petrol (Gasoline).
Answer: The combined fuel consumption is 9.62 km/l.
The car uses a carburetor for fuel injection.
The car has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine displacement is 1766 cm3.
The BMW 3 Series has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The BMW 3 Series has a steering rack and pinion system.
The BMW 3 Series comes with 175/70 R14 tires and 5J x 14 wheel rims.
The starting price of the BMW 3 Series varies depending on the trim level and options chosen, but it typically starts around $40,000.
The BMW 3 Series offers a range of advanced safety features, including lane departure warning, blind spot detection, and a 360-degree camera system.
Yes, the BMW 3 Series is a great car for families. It offers a spacious interior, comfortable seating for five passengers, and a range of storage compartments and cup holders.
The weight-to-power ratio is 9.5 kg/Hp and 105 Hp/tonne.
