The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 13.1 seconds. It has a top speed of 179 km/h and a drag coefficient of 0.35, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design.
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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 car in question is a sedan type 3 Series model with 5 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 4325 mm (170.28 in), width of 1645 mm (64.76 in), and height of 1380 mm (54.33 in). The wheelbase is 2570 mm (101.18 in), with a front track of 1407 mm (55.39 in) and rear track of 1415 mm (55.71 in). The front overhang is 761 mm (29.96 in) and rear overhang is 994 mm (39.13 in), with a ride height/ground clearance of 125 mm (4.92 in).
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
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.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW 3 Series is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas and 7.2 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.
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Rating
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 has a 4-cylinder, 1.8L naturally aspirated engine producing 105 hp and 145 Nm of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive system and a 4-speed automatic transmission.
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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
Multi-port manifold injection
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
Brakes
The 3 Series car comes with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, ensuring a balanced braking system. The 175/70 R14 tires provide a comfortable ride, and the 14-inch wheel rims add to the overall aesthetic appeal.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Tires Size
175/70 R14
Wheel Rims Size
14
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a 3 Series model with a weight-to-power ratio of 9.9 kg/Hp (101 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm (139.4 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1040 kg (2292.81 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.). The car has a minimum trunk/boot space of 404 l (14.27 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal). It can support a maximum roof load of 75 kg (165.35 lbs.) and a permitted trailer load with brakes of 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs.), or 500 kg (1102.31 lbs.) without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.9 kg/Hp, 101 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.2 kg/Nm, 139.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1040 kg 2292.81 lbs.
Max Weight
1500 kg 3306.93 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 Sedan (E30)
The body type of the car is a sedan.
The car has 5 seats.
The ground clearance of the car is 125 mm (4.92 in).
The BMW 3 Series accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 13.1 seconds.
The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is 179 km/h (111.23 mph).
The BMW 3 Series has a drag coefficient of 0.35, indicating a relatively aerodynamic design.
The fuel type is Petrol (Gasoline)
The fuel consumption is 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers
The fuel consumption is 7.2 liters per 100 kilometers
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.
Top speed information is not in the given specs.
Safety feature information is not in the given specs.
Disc
14 inches
175/70 R14
The car model is 3 Series.
Key features include luxurious features, agile performance, a comfortable ride, advanced safety features, and a wide range of engine options.
The car has advanced safety features, but the specific safety rating depends on the year and trim of the vehicle.
The weight-to-power ratio of this car is 9.9 kg/Hp (101 Hp/tonne).
The car can support a maximum weight of 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 460 kg (1014.13 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of this car is 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
