The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 13.1 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 179 km/h (111.23 mph). With a drag coefficient of 0.35, it's designed for both performance and efficiency.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
13.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
13.1 sec
Max Speed
179 km/h 111.23 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 people, and a wheelbase of 2570 mm. It has a length of 4325 mm, width of 1645 mm, and height of 1380 mm. The front track is 1407 mm and rear track is 1415 mm, with a front overhang of 761 mm and rear overhang of 994 mm.
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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 specs indicate a fuel-efficient and relatively powerful vehicle. With a combined fuel consumption of 7.2 l/100 km, it offers competitive performance in terms of fuel consumption. The engine delivers a good balance of power and efficiency, making it suitable for both urban and highway driving.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.2 l/100 km 32.67 US mpg 39.23 UK mpg 13.89 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a 3 Series model with a rear, longitudinal internal combustion engine (M10B18 code) that generates 105 Hp at 5800 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4500 rpm. The engine features 4 cylinders, inline configuration, 89 mm bore, 71 mm stroke, 10.0 compression ratio, 2 valves per cylinder, carburettor fuel injection system, and is naturally aspirated. The engine has a 15W-50, 20W-50 / API SF, 15W-50, 20W-50 / ACEA A3 oil specification and a 4.0 L oil capacity. The car has a 4-speed automatic transmission, rear wheel drive, and independent type McPherson front suspension, trailing arm rear suspension. It has a 6 L coolant capacity and a 4.23 US qt / 3.52 UK qt oil capacity.
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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
Rear, 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, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The 3 Series car features a disc brake system in the front and drum brakes in the rear, with a steering rack and pinion system. It comes equipped with 175/70 R14 tires and 5J x 14 wheel rims.
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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 car has a relatively good power-to-weight ratio and a moderate weight-to-torque ratio, suggesting good performance. It has a spacious trunk and a moderate fuel tank capacity.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.7 kg/Hp, 102.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7 kg/Nm, 142.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1020 kg 2248.72 lbs.
Max Weight
1480 kg 3262.84 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)
The BMW 3 Series Coupe has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the BMW 3 Series Coupe is 4325 mm or 170.28 in.
The wheelbase of the BMW 3 Series Coupe is 2570 mm or 101.18 in.
The BMW 3 Series accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 13.1 seconds.
The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is electronically limited to 179 km/h (111.23 mph).
The drag coefficient of the BMW 3 Series is 0.35.
The city fuel consumption is 9.8 l/100 km.
The vehicle gets 32.67 US mpg in the extra urban cycle.
The combined fuel consumption is 7.2 l/100 km.
Rear, longitudinal.
1766 cm3 / 107.77 cu. in.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
Steering rack and pinion.
175/70 R14
The starting price of the BMW 3 Series varies depending on the trim level and features. The base model starts at around $40,000.
The fuel efficiency of the BMW 3 Series varies depending on the trim level and driving conditions. However, the estimated EPA ratings are up to 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
The BMW 3 Series has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The kerb weight is 1020 kg (2248.72 lbs).
The maximum weight the car can handle is 1480 kg (3262.84 lbs).
