The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14.8 seconds and a top speed of 154 km/h (95.69 mph).
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14.8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14.8 sec
Max Speed
154 km/h 95.69 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a 3 Series Sedan with a length of 4355 mm (171.46 in.), width of 1610 mm (63.39 in.), height of 1380 mm (54.33 in.), and a wheelbase of 2536 mm (99.84 in.). It has 5 seats, 2 doors, a minimum turning circle of 10.4 m (34.12 ft.), and a front/rear track of 1366 mm (53.78 in.) and 1373 mm (54.06 in.), respectively.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
2
Length
4355 mm 171.46 in.
Width
1610 mm 63.39 in.
Height
1380 mm 54.33 in.
Wheelbase
2536 mm 99.84 in.
Front Track
1366 mm 53.78 in.
Rear Track
1373 mm 54.06 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.4 m 34.12 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW 3 Series is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.5 l/100 km in urban areas and 6.8 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.5 l/100 km 22.4 US mpg 26.9 UK mpg 9.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.8 l/100 km 34.59 US mpg 41.54 UK mpg 14.71 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The BMW 3 Series is a rear-wheel drive vehicle powered by a 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder engine producing 75 horsepower and 110 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and has a fuel injection system with a carburettor. The engine has a compression ratio of 9.1 and a bore and stroke of 84 mm and 71 mm, respectively.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
47.7 Hp/l
Torque
110 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 81.13 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M10B16
Engine Displacement
1573 cm3 95.99 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke
71 mm 2.8 in.
Compression Ratio
9.1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-50, 20W-50 / API SF
Coolant
7.2 l 7.61 US qt | 6.34 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
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with entry-level features. The front disc brakes and steering rack and pinion steering suggest adequate handling capabilities. The drum rear brakes may limit stopping power in wet or slippery conditions. The 165/80 R13 tires and 13-inch wheels suggest a compromise between fuel efficiency and handling.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
165/80 R13
Wheel Rims Size
13
Weight & Capacity
The car has a lightweight and powerful engine, boasting a weight-to-power ratio of 13.5 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.2 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1010 kg and can handle a maximum weight of 1440 kg. The trunk offers 404 l of cargo space, and the fuel tank holds 58 l.
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.5 kg/Hp, 74.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.2 kg/Nm, 108.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1010 kg 2226.67 lbs.
Max Weight
1440 kg 3174.66 lbs.
Max Load
430 kg 947.99 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
404 l 14.27 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
58 l 15.32 US gal | 12.76 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - 3 Series (E21)
This car has 5 seats.
The body type of this car is a Sedan.
The length of this car is 4355 mm (171.46 in.).
The BMW 3 Series has an acceleration time of 14.8 seconds from 0-100 km/h.
The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is 154 km/h (95.69 mph).
While the BMW 3 Series is not a high-performance car, it still has a respectable acceleration time and top speed for a compact luxury car.
Petrol (Gasoline)
10.5 l/100 km (22.4 US mpg, 26.9 UK mpg, 9.52 km/l)
6.8 l/100 km (34.59 US mpg, 41.54 UK mpg, 14.71 km/l)
The engine displacement is 1573 cm3 or 95.99 cu. in.
The BMW 3 Series has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The BMW 3 Series has a carburettor fuel injection system.
The vehicle has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The vehicle has 165/80 R13 tires.
The vehicle has a steering rack and pinion steering system.
The fuel economy of the BMW 3 Series varies by trim and engine, but it ranges from 24-30 mpg in the city and 32-40 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the BMW 3 Series is available as a hybrid model, known as the 330e, which combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
The BMW 3 Series offers a range of advanced safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
The specs do not include engine performance figures.
Safety feature information is not included in the given specifications.
Fuel efficiency information is not included in the specs.
Engine information is not included in the specs.
Safety feature information is not included in the specs.
The 3 Series accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 14.8 seconds.
The maximum speed of the 3 Series is 154 km/h (95.69 mph).
The 3 Series has average acceleration and top speed for its class. It is not the fastest or the slowest in its class.
The fuel type is Petrol (Gasoline)
The fuel consumption in urban areas is 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers
The fuel consumption on the highway is 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers
1573 cm3 or 95.99 cu. in.
4-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
The BMW 3 Series has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The wheel rim size of the BMW 3 Series is 5J x 13.
Yes, the BMW 3 Series is known for its reliability and is a popular choice among car buyers.
The 3 Series offers a range of engine options, including turbocharged inline-6 and V8 engines, with power outputs ranging from 248 to 503 horsepower.
Standard safety features include adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and automatic emergency braking.
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and transmission options, but the 3 Series generally achieves 20-30 mpg combined.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
Feature list is not included in the specifications.
The maximum cargo capacity is 460 l (16.24 cu. ft).
