The BMW 3 Series is a high-performance sedan with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 12 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 191 km/h. With a drag coefficient of 0.35, it's designed for both speed and efficiency.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
12 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
12 sec
Max Speed
191 km/h 118.68 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.35
Body & Dimensions
The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury sedan with a length of 4325 mm, width of 1645 mm, and height of 1380 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2570 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.5 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 125 mm.
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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.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car specs indicate a fuel-efficient BMW 3 Series with a petrol engine. It offers competitive fuel consumption figures in both urban and extra-urban driving conditions.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.6 l/100 km 20.28 US mpg 24.35 UK mpg 8.62 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.5 l/100 km 31.36 US mpg 37.66 UK mpg 13.33 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The BMW 3 Series is a rear-wheel drive sedan with a 2.0L inline-6 engine producing 125 horsepower and 170 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and a McPherson strut front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
125 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
62.8 Hp/l
Torque
170 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 125.39 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M20B20
Engine Displacement
1990 cm3 121.44 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke
66 mm 2.6 in.
Compression Ratio
9.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.25 l 4.49 US qt | 3.74 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
15W-50, 20W-50 / API SF 15W-50, 20W-50 / ACEA A3
Coolant
10.5 l 11.1 US qt | 9.24 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 model 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 195/60 R14 tires and 5.5J x 14 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
195/60 R14
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 9 kg/Hp and 111.6 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1120 kg and a maximum weight of 1580 kg. The car has a minimum trunk boot space of 404 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 55 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
9 kg/Hp, 111.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.6 kg/Nm, 151.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1120 kg 2469.18 lbs.
Max Weight
1580 kg 3483.3 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 BMW 3 Series has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the BMW 3 Series is 4325 mm or 170.28 inches.
The ground clearance of the BMW 3 Series is 125 mm or 4.92 inches.
The BMW 3 Series can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 12 seconds.
The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is electronically limited to 191 km/h.
The drag coefficient of the BMW 3 Series is 0.35.
The city fuel consumption is 11.6 l/100 km (20.28 US mpg).
The estimated driving range on a full tank is approximately 740 kilometers (466 miles).
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine type.
The engine displacement is 1990 cm3 (121.44 cu. in.).
The transmission type is 4-speed automatic.
The fuel injection system is multi-port manifold injection.
Disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
Steering rack and pinion.
195/60 R14
The 3 Series offers a range of inline-six and V-8 engines, with options for both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive.
Standard features include a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, a touchscreen infotainment system, and a premium sound system.
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and drivetrain, but most models achieve 20-30 mpg combined.
The weight-to-power ratio is 9 kg/Hp and 111.6 Hp/tonne.
The maximum weight is 1580 kg or 3483.3 lbs.
The minimum trunk boot space is 404 liters or 14.27 cu. ft.
