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BMW 3 Series E30/2 Facelift (1987–1994) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 1982 - 1994 E30/2 Station Wagon Estate
BMW 3 Series
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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 Station Wagon Estate with 9 engines (diesel, petrol), from 86 HP to 170 HP. The 320i (129 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.5 s, reaches a top speed of 196 km/h and is 4325 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 4325 mm long, 1645 mm wide, 1380 mm tall, with a 2570 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the BMW 3 Series?

The BMW 3 Series 320i (129 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.5 s and has a top speed of 196 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation BMW 3 Series Touring E30 facelift
Year 1988–1991
Platform BMW E30
Variant 320i (129 Hp)
Body type Station Wagon Estate
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5

Power & torque

Power 129 HP
Power @ max rpm 6000 rpm
Torque 164 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4300 rpm

Performance

Top speed 196 km/h
0–100 km/h 11.5 s
0–62 mph 11.5 s

Engine

Engine code M20B20
Displacement 1991 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration inline
Bore 80.0 mm
Stroke 66.0 mm
Compression ratio 8.8
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity 4.3 L
Coolant 10.5 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 260
Gearbox manufacturer getrag

Dimensions

Length 4325 mm
Width 1645 mm
Height 1380 mm
Wheelbase 2570 mm
Front track 1405 mm
Rear track 1415 mm
Boot space 370 – 1125 L

Mass

Kerb weight 1230 kg
Max weight 1710 kg
Max load 480 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 9.5 L/100km
Fuel urban 13.0 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 7.5 L/100km
Fuel tank 62.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Coil Spring
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 195/65 R14
Wheel rims 14
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 9.5 kg/Hp, 104.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1988
End Of Production 1991

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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