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BMW 3 Series E36/4 (1990–2000) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 1990 - 2000 E36/4 Cabriolet
BMW 3 Series
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BMW 3 Series E36/4 overview

The BMW 3 Series (E36/4) is the 3rd generation of the 3 Series, built from 1990 to 2000. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 18 engines (diesel, petrol), from 90 HP to 193 HP. The 320i (150 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.6 s, reaches a top speed of 211 km/h and is 4435 mm long.

How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?

The BMW 3 Series (E36/4) has 90 HP to 193 HP, depending on the engine: 1.7 Turbodiesel (90 HP), 1.6 M40 (99 HP), 1.6 Sohc (102 HP), 1.9 Sohc (105 HP), 1.9 M43 (105 HP), 1.8 M40 (113 HP), 2.5 M51 (115 HP), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP), 1.8 M42 (140 HP), 318is (140 Hp) Automatic (140 HP), 318is (140 HP), 1.9 Dohc (140 HP), 2.5 Turbodiesel (143 HP), 2.0 M52 (150 HP), 2.5 Vanos (170 HP), 2.5 M50 (192 HP), 2.5 M54 (192 HP), 2.8 M52 (193 HP).

What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?

The BMW 3 Series is available with 18 engines: 1.7 Turbodiesel (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 M40 (99 HP, petrol), 1.6 Sohc (102 HP, petrol), 1.9 Sohc (105 HP, petrol), 1.9 M43 (105 HP, petrol), 1.8 M40 (113 HP, petrol), 2.5 M51 (115 HP, diesel), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP, petrol), 1.8 M42 (140 HP, petrol), 318is (140 Hp) Automatic (140 HP, petrol), 318is (140 HP, petrol), 1.9 Dohc (140 HP, petrol), 2.5 Turbodiesel (143 HP, diesel), 2.0 M52 (150 HP, petrol), 2.5 Vanos (170 HP, petrol), 2.5 M50 (192 HP, petrol), 2.5 M54 (192 HP, petrol), 2.8 M52 (193 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series?

The BMW 3 Series is 4435 mm long, 1710 mm wide, 1350 mm tall, with a 2700 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the BMW 3 Series?

The BMW 3 Series 320i (150 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.6 s and has a top speed of 211 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation BMW 3 Series Convertible E36
Year 1993–1995
Platform BMW E36
Variant 320i (150 Hp)
Body type cabriolet
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 4
Doors 2

Power & torque

Power 150 HP
Power @ max rpm 5900 rpm
Torque 190 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4700 rpm

Performance

Top speed 211 km/h
0–100 km/h 10.6 s
0–62 mph 10.6 s

Engine

Engine code M52B20
Displacement 1991 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration inline
Bore 80.0 mm
Stroke 66.0 mm
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity 6.5 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 S5d 250g
Gearbox manufacturer getrag

Dimensions

Length 4435 mm
Width 1710 mm
Height 1350 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm
Front track 1410 mm
Rear track 1420 mm
Boot space 230 L
Ground clearance 145 mm

Mass

Kerb weight 1410 kg
Max weight 1805 kg
Max load 395 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.8 L/100km
Fuel tank 62.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension wishbone
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 205/60 R15
Wheel rims 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 9.4 kg/Hp, 106.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 7.4 kg/Nm, 134.8 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1993
End Of Production 1995

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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