BMW E21 3 Series 323i Specs

(1980 - 1982) - Technical Specifications for Years 1980, 1981, 1982
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Key Specs

Petrol
141.3 cu-in
2315 cm3
Inline 6
141 HP
143 PS / 105 kW
140 lb-ft
190 Nm
118 Mph
190 km/h
22 MPG
10.8 L/100 km
26 MPG UK

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Body, Model and Production details BMW E21 3 Series 323i Body, Model and Production details

Generation : E21
Body : Sedan
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Engine Technical Data BMW E21 3 Series 323i Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 6
Engine Code : M20B23
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 141.3 cu-in / 2315 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.15 x 3.02 inches
80 x 76.8 mm
Number of valves : 12 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 9.5
Horsepower : 141 HP / 143 PS / 105 kW
@ 5800 rpm
Maximum torque : 140 lb-ft / 190 Nm
@ 4500 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
5 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
Final Drive Ratio: 3.45

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW E21 3 Series 323i Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined: 22 MPG
10.8 L/100 km
26 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road: 30 MPG
7.8 L/100 km
36 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway: 23 MPG
10.2 L/100 km
28 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City: 18 MPG
12.9 L/100 km
22 MPG UK
Range : 334 miles / 537 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 15.3 gallons
58 L
12.8 UK gallons

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Performance BMW E21 3 Series 323i Performance

Top Speed : 118 Mph / 190 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 9.5 s

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW E21 3 Series 323i Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 100.91 inches / 256.3 cm
Length : 171.46 inches / 435.5 cm
Width : 63.39 inches / 161 cm
Height : 54.33 inches / 138 cm
Front Axle : 54.49 inches / 138.4 cm
Rear Axle : 55.12 inches / 140.0 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.46
Curb Weight : 2447 lbs / 1110 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 7.8 kg/hp

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Interior size, Dimensions BMW E21 3 Series 323i Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity : 16.2 cu-ft / 460 L

BMW E21 3 Series 323i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW E21 3 Series 323i Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(10.04 inches / 255 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Drums
(9.84 inches / 250 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 185/70 R13
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 185/70 R13
Steering : Rack and pinion.
Front Suspension : MacPherson struts coil springs and Anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension : Semitrailing arms coil springs and Anti-roll bar
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How fast is a BMW E21 3 Series 323i?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 9.5 seconds and has a top speed of 190 km/h / 118 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1980 BMW E21 3 Series 323i have?
The 1980 BMW E21 3 Series 323i has 143 PS / 141 bhp / 105 kW.

How much does a BMW E21 3 Series 323i weighs?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i weighs 1110 Kg / 2447 lbs.

What is the BMW E21 3 Series 323i gas mileage?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i gas mileage is Open road 30 MPG / 7.8 L/100 km / 36 MPG UK / Highway 23 MPG / 10.2 L/100 km / 28 MPG UK / City 18 MPG / 12.9 L/100 km / 22 MPG UK.

What engine is in BMW E21 3 Series 323i?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 2315 cm3 / 141.3 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the BMW E21 3 Series 323i?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i is 171.46 inches / 435.5 cm long, 63.39 inches / 161 cm wide, and 54.33 inches / 138 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 100.91 inches / 256.3 cm.

How much cargo space does a BMW E21 3 Series 323i have?
The BMW E21 3 Series 323i offers 16.2 cu-ft / 460 L of trunk space.