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E36 3 Series Coupe Versions

- 316i (1993)- 318is (1996)- 318is 16v (1991)- 318is Automatic (1996)- 320i (1992)- 325i (1991)- M3 (1992)- M3 Automatic (US spec) (1994)- M3 CSL Lightweight (US spec) (1994)- M3 Evo (1996)- M3 GT (1994)

BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is Specs

(1996 - 1999) - Technical Specifications for Years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999

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With a fuel consumption of 8 litres/100km - 35 mpg UK - 29 mpg US (Average), 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 10.2 seconds, a maximum top speed of 132 mph (213 km/h), a curb weight of 2976 lbs (1350 kgs), the E36 3 Series Coupe 318is has a naturally-aspirated Inline 4 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 140 PS (138 bhp - 103 kW) at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 180 Nm (132 lb.ft) at 4300 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
On the topic of chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behavior and ride comfort, the E36 3 Series Coupe Stock tire sizes are 205 / 60 on 15 inch rims at the front, and 205 / 60 on 15 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the E36 3 Series Coupe 318is braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The E36 3 Series Coupe model is a Coupé car manufactured by BMW, sold new from year 1996 until 1999, and available after that as a used car.

BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 4

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Bosch HFM Motronic 5.2 fuel injection

Lubrication :	Wet sump

Coolant :	Water

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	1895 cm3 or 115.6 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	85.00 x 83.50 mm 3.35 x 3.27 inches

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	10.00

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	140 PS or 138 bhp or 103 kW @ 6000 rpm

Maximum torque :	180 Nm or 132 lb.ft @ 4300 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 4.23 2nd Gear Ratio: 2.52 3rd Gear Ratio: 1.66 4th Gear Ratio: 1.22 5th Gear Ratio: 1.00 Reverse Gear Ratio: 4.04 Final Drive Ratio: 3.45


BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	8 L/100km 35 mpg UK / 29 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:	6.1 L/100km 46 mpg UK / 39 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	11.4 L/100km 25 mpg UK / 21 mpg US

Range :	812 Km or 505 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	65 L 14.3 UK gallons 17.2 US gallons

CO2 emissions :	191 g/Km (estimate)

BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is Performance

Top Speed :	213 km/h or 132 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	10.2 s

BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2

Wheelbase :	270 cm or 106.3 inches

Length :	443.3 cm or 174.53 inches

Width :	171 cm or 67.32 inches

Height :	136.6 cm or 53.78 inches

Front Axle :	140.8 cm or 55.43 inches

Rear Axle :	142.1 cm or 55.94 inches

Max. Towing Capacity Weight :	1400 Kg or 3086.47 lbs

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.310

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (287 mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (279 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/60 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/60 R15

Front Wheels Width :	7.0"

Rear Wheels Width :	7.0"

Turning radius :	10.4 m / 34.1 feet

Curb Weight :	1350 kg OR 2976 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	9.6 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	405 L

Steering :	Rack and pinion. PAS -

What engine is in BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is ?
The BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1895 cm3 / 115.6 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1996 BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is have?
The 1996 BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is has 140 PS / 138 bhp / 103 kW.

How much does a BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is weighs?
The BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is weighs 1350 Kg / 2976 lbs.

What is the top speed of a BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is ?
The BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is top speed is 213 Km/h / 132 mph.

Is BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the BMW E36 3 Series Coupe 318is is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).