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318ti
Overview
The 1996 BMW 3 Series 318ti is a rear-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a medium Car built in Germany with prices starting at $62,950 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 1.9L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 180 Nm of torque (at 4300 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 52L fuel tank
It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
64.64 - 66.67 kW/t
50.57 kW/t
132.05 kW/t
Boot Space
300 - 435 litres
300 litres
465 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
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Dimensions
4,210 mm
1,698 mm
1,393 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,210 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,698 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,393 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 85
Engine (cc): 1895
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.9
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 83.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.7
Main Capacity (L): 52
Main Type: Main
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analog
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 5.9
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 40
EU 83 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.5
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 31
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 7.5
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 5.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 202
Maximum Speed (mph): 126
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 133
Maximum Torque (Nm): 180
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4300
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Front Covers: Full
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Rear Covers: Full
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 35.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1000
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 300
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 55.8
Front Track (mm): 1418
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 54.8
Overall Height (mm): 1393
Overall Length (in): 165.7
Overall Length (mm): 4210
Overall Width (in): 66.9
Overall Width (mm): 1698
Rear Track (in): 56.3
Rear Track (mm): 1431
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.7
Front Headroom (mm): 984
Rear Headroom (in): 37
Rear Headroom (mm): 940
Front Hip Room (in): 56.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1424
Rear Hip Room (in): 41.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1049
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1348
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Quad
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 620
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1367
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1730
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3814
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Ashtray
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Covered
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Operation: key
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