BMW
BMW 3 Series E30/2 Facelift (1987–1994) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 2
1982 - 1994
E30/2
Sedan
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 316i Automatic | 5 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 318i Automatic | 5 | 113 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 318i | 5 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 318is | 5 | 136 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 320i Automatic | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 324d Automatic | 5 | 86 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 324td Automatic | 5 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 325iX Automatic | 5 | 171 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 3 Series E30/2 Facelift overview
The BMW 3 Series (E30/2 Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the 3 Series, built from 1987 to 1994. It is offered as a Sedan with 9 engines (diesel, petrol), from 86 HP to 170 HP. The 316i (99 Hp) is 4321 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?
The BMW 3 Series (E30/2 Facelift) has 86 HP to 170 HP, depending on the engine: 2.4 M21 (86 HP), 1.6 M40 (99 HP), 1.6 M40 (102 HP), 1.8 M40 (113 HP), 2.4 M21 (115 HP), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP), 2.0 M20 (129 HP), 1.8 M42 (136 HP), 2.5 M20 (170 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is available with 9 engines: 2.4 M21 (86 HP, diesel), 1.6 M40 (99 HP, petrol), 1.6 M40 (102 HP, petrol), 1.8 M40 (113 HP, petrol), 2.4 M21 (115 HP, diesel), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP, petrol), 2.0 M20 (129 HP, petrol), 1.8 M42 (136 HP, petrol), 2.5 M20 (170 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is 4321 mm long, 1641 mm wide, 1379 mm tall, with a 2570 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 3 Series Sedan E30 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1988–1991 |
| Platform | BMW E30 |
| Variant | 316i (99 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 99 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 141 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4250 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | M40B16 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1596 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 72.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.0 L |
| Coolant | 6.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 240 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4321 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1641 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm |
| Front track | 1410 mm |
| Rear track | 1420 mm |
| Boot space | 425 L |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1195 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1655 kg |
| Max load | 460 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
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| Rear brakes | drum |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.5 kg/Nm, 118 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1988 |
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| End Of Production | 1991 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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