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    BMW 3 Series SE (1998) price & specs

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    $77,000†
    2.5L petrol4D Sedan5 SP MANUALRWD
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    SE

    Overview

    The 1998 BMW 3 Series SE is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan 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 $77,000 before on-road costs.

    This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 245 Nm of torque (at 3500 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.

    The BMW 3 Series measures 1415mm (55.7 inches) in height, 4471mm (176.0 inches) in length, 1739mm (68.5 inches) in width with a 2725mm (107.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1445kg (3185.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series SE comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 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

    4,471 mm
    1,739 mm
    1,415 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,471 mm
    Overall Width1,739 mm
    Overall Height1,415 mm
    Wheelbase2,725 mm
    Turning Circle10,500 mm
    Load Capacity425 mm

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    SE

    2.5L, 5-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD

    $77,000†
    Price & specs

    Engine

    Engine (cc): 2494
    Compression Ratio: 10.5
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine (L): 2.5
    Engine Location: Front
    Number of Cylinders: 6
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
    Valve Gear Type: Double 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: 16.6
    Capacity (L): 63

    Oil Pressure

    Type: Warning Light

    Water Temperature

    Type: Gauge

    Fuel Consumption

    EU 96 Combined (L/100km): 9
    EU 96 Combined (mpg): 26
    EU 96 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.9
    EU 96 Country Highway (mpg): 34
    EU 96 Standard: Eu 96
    EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 12.7
    EU 96 Urban (mpg): 19

    Fuel Economy

    EU 96 Std Combined (L/100km): 9
    EU 96 Std Country (L/100km): 6.9
    EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 12.7

    Performance

    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 231
    Maximum Speed (mph): 144

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
    Maximum Power (kW): 125
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 245
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3500

    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
    Telescopic 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: 55
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

    Wheels

    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7

    Body Style

    Body Type: Sedan
    Local Body Type: Sedan

    Bumpers

    Front Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Front
    Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Rear

    Cargo Capacity

    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.5
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 440

    External Dimensions

    Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10500
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
    Overall Height (in): 55.7
    Overall Height (mm): 1415
    Overall Length (in): 176
    Overall Length (mm): 4471
    Overall Width (in): 68.5
    Overall Width (mm): 1739
    Wheelbase (in): 107.3
    Wheelbase (mm): 2725

    Headlight Control

    Internal Height Adjustment: yes

    Headlights

    Configuration: Twin

    Paint

    Type: Gloss

    Sunroof

    Sunroof Operation: Electric
    Sunroof Type: Glass

    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

    Electrically Foldable Mirrors

    Operation: Electric

    Power Windows

    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
    Rear Electric Windows: Rear
    Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2

    Windshield Wipers

    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
    Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2

    Weights

    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 720
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1587
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1870
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4123
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1445
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3186

    Antenna

    Type: Element

    Audio System

    Cassette Player: yes
    Disc Autochanger: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    System Type: Stereo

    Speakers

    Number of Speakers: 6

    Courtesy Lights

    Delayed Fade: yes

    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 Seats Number: 2

    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

    Side Airbag

    Location: Front
    Location: Rear

    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: Leather

    Seating

    Capacity: 5

    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

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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