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318i
Overview
The 1998 BMW 3 Series 318i is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $78,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 85 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 168 Nm of torque (at 3900 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The BMW 3 Series measures 1348mm (53.1 inches) in height, 4443mm (174.9 inches) in length, 1710mm (67.3 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1445kg (3185.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series 318i comes standard with 205/60 R15 front tyres and 205/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
58.14 - 153.75 kW/t
58.14 kW/t
153.75 kW/t
Boot Space
300 - 440 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
4,443 mm
1,710 mm
1,348 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,443 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,710 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,348 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 325 mm |
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Engine
Engine (cc): 1796
Compression Ratio: 9.7
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 16.4
Capacity (L): 62
Fuel Economy Indicator
Type: Gauge
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): 7.8
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 30
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 10.1
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 7.8
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 5.9
EU 83 City (L/100km): 10.1
EU 83 City (mpg): 23
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 12.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 194
Maximum Speed (mph): 121
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 115
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 168
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: 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
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 230
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 53.1
Overall Height (mm): 1348
Overall Length (in): 174.9
Overall Length (mm): 4443
Overall Width (in): 67.3
Overall Width (mm): 1710
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2700
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Roof
Roof Hard Type: Hard
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
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: 2
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): 1475
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3252
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 640
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1411
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1770
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3902
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1445
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3186
Antenna
Type: Fixed Mast
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
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
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
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
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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