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BMW 3 Series E36/4 (1990–2000) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 1990 - 2000 E36/4 Hatchback
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 Hatchback with 18 engines (diesel, petrol), from 90 HP to 193 HP. The 316i (102 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.3 s, reaches a top speed of 188 km/h and is 4210 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 4210 mm long, 1700 mm wide, 1393 mm tall, with a 2700 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the BMW 3 Series?

The BMW 3 Series 316i (102 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.3 s and has a top speed of 188 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation BMW 3 Series Compact E36
Year 1993–1999
Platform BMW E36
Variant 316i (102 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 3

Power & torque

Power 102 HP
Power @ max rpm 5500 rpm
Torque 150 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3900 rpm

Performance

Top speed 188 km/h
0–100 km/h 12.3 s
0–62 mph 12.3 s

Engine

Engine code M43B16
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 Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain ohc
Oil capacity 4.0 L
Coolant 6.5 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 4210 mm
Width 1700 mm
Height 1393 mm
Wheelbase 2700 mm
Front track 1420 mm
Rear track 1425 mm
Boot space 300 – 1030 L
Ground clearance 110 mm

Mass

Kerb weight 1175 kg
Max weight 1635 kg
Max load 460 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.7 L/100km
Fuel urban 10.8 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.9 L/100km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension wishbone
Rear suspension Coil Spring
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 185/65 R15
Wheel rims 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 11.5 kg/Hp, 86.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 7.8 kg/Nm, 127.7 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1993
End Of Production 1999

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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