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Overview
The 2000 BMW 3 Series Base 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 $49,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 1.9L 4-cylinder engine that has 77 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 165 Nm of torque (at 2500 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 55L fuel tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1393mm (54.8 inches) in height, 4210mm (165.7 inches) in length, 1698mm (66.9 inches) in width with a 2700mm (106.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1290kg (2844.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Base 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
59.69 - 96.6 kW/t
59.69 kW/t
143.31 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
4,210 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 |
| Load Capacity | 405 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 85
Engine (cc): 1895
Compression Ratio: 9.7
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.9
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 83.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Number of Functions: 4
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 13.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 185
Maximum Speed (mph): 115
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 165
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
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 Type: Strut
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: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanized
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 36.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1030
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 24
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 680
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
Rear Track (mm): 1423
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): 55.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1408
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1348
Front Fog Lights
Front Fog Lights Ultraviolet: yes
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Sunroof Operation: Electric
Sunroof Type: Steel
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1695
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3737
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1290
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2844
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
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
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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