BMW 3 Series 3 Series Touring (F31 LCI, Facelift 2015)

BMW - 3 Series Touring (F31 LCI, Facelift 2015)

Details-
BrandBMW
Model3 Series
Generation3 Series Touring (F31 LCI, Facelift 2015)
Modification316d (116 Hp)
Start Of Production2015
End Of Production2019

Performance

The BMW 3 Series is a high-performance sedan with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 11.2 seconds. It has a top speed of 200 km/h and a drag coefficient of 0.29, making it a sleek and efficient ride.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh11.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph11.2 sec
Max Speed200 km/h 124.27 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.29

Body & Dimensions

The BMW 3 Series is a compact executive car with a station wagon body type, offering a spacious interior with 5 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 4633 mm, width of 1811 mm, and height of 1429 mm, with a wheelbase of 2810 mm. The car has a front track of 1543 mm and rear track of 1583 mm, with a minimum turning circle of 11.3 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 140 mm.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeStation wagon (estate)
Seats5
Doors5
Length4633 mm 182.4 in.
Width1811 mm 71.3 in.
Height1429 mm 56.26 in.
Wheelbase2810 mm 110.63 in.
Front Track1543 mm 60.75 in.
Rear Track1583 mm 62.32 in.
Min Turning Circle11.3 m 37.07 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a 3 Series model that runs on Diesel fuel and complies with Euro 6 emission standards. Its urban fuel consumption ranges between 5.5-4.9 l/100 km, extra-urban between 4.0-3.7 l/100 km, and combined between 4.6-4.1 l/100 km. The CO2 emissions are between 120-109 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 6
Fuel Consumption Urban5.5-4.9 l/100 km 42.77 - 48 US mpg 51.36 - 57.65 UK mpg 18.18 - 20.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban4.0-3.7 l/100 km 58.8 - 63.57 US mpg 70.62 - 76.35 UK mpg 25 - 27.03 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined4.6-4.1 l/100 km 51.13 - 57.37 US mpg 61.41 - 68.9 UK mpg 21.74 - 24.39 km/l
Co2 Emissions120-109 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a 3 Series model with a 1995 cm3, inline 4-cylinder, front longitudinal engine (B47D20 code) that generates 116 Hp at 4000 rpm and 270 Nm of torque at 1250-2750 rpm. It has a twin-power turbo, intercooler, and a common rail diesel fuel injection system. The engine is coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels. The car features independent coil spring for the front suspension and independent multi-link suspension for the rear. It has a 5 l oil capacity and a 7 l coolant capacity.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power116 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre58.1 Hp/l
Torque270 Nm @ 1250-2750 rpm. 199.14 lb.-ft. @ 1250-2750 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeB47D20
Engine Displacement1995 cm3 121.74 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio16.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTwin-power turbo, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 5W-30 / BMW Longlife-12 FE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-04
Coolant7 l 7.4 US qt | 6.16 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

Brakes

The BMW 3 Series features a range of impressive specs, including ventilated discs for both the front and rear brakes, an Anti-lock braking system for enhanced safety, and electric power steering for improved handling. The car also comes equipped with 205/60 R16 92H tires and 7.0J x 16 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size205/60 R16 92H
Wheel Rims Size7.0J x 16

Weight & Capacity

The BMW 3 Series is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio of 12.9 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 5.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1495 kg and a maximum weight of 2090 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 495 liters and a maximum capacity of 1500 liters. It also has a decent fuel tank capacity of 57 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12.9 kg/Hp, 77.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.5 kg/Nm, 180.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1495 kg 3295.91 lbs.
Max Weight2090 kg 4607.66 lbs.
Max Load595 kg 1311.75 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum495 l 17.48 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1500 l 52.97 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity57 l 15.06 US gal | 12.54 UK gal
Max Roof Load75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1600 kg 3527.4 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes745 kg 1642.44 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download75 kg 165.35 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for BMW - 3 Series Touring (F31 LCI, Facelift 2015)

Station wagon (estate)

5

11.3 meters

The BMW 3 Series accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 11.2 seconds.

The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is 200 km/h (124.27 mph).

The drag coefficient of the BMW 3 Series is 0.29.

The car's urban fuel consumption ranges between 5.5-4.9 l/100 km.

The CO2 emissions for this car are between 120-109 g/km.

The car's extra-urban fuel consumption ranges between 4.0-3.7 l/100 km.

The engine layout is front, longitudinal.

It has a 6-speed manual transmission.

The internal combustion engine drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

The car features ventilated discs for both the front and rear brakes.

The car comes equipped with electric power steering.

The car has 205/60 R16 92H tires.

The 3 Series is a model of car produced by BMW.

The 3 Series is available in sedan, wagon, and coupe body styles.

The 3 Series is available with a range of engine options, including petrol, diesel, and hybrid versions.

1600 kg

57 liters

595 kg