BMW 3 series 1992 E36 Coupe

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This generation of BMW 3 series E36 has been produced from January, 1992 to December, 1999. We can provide information about 14 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.

This BMW is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.6 to 2.8 litres and power of from 102 to 193 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (7 versions), as well as automatic (7 versions) gearbox.

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BMW 3 series 1992 E36 coupe average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 7.7 to 10 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient BMW 3 series 1992 E36 coupe version is BMW 316i Coupe, consuming 7.7 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, BMW 3 series real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 5 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific BMW 3 series modification.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 7.3 seconds has BMW 328i Coupe version, conversely the tardiest one is BMW 316i Coupe reaching this speed only in 14 seconds. The maximum top speed is 236 km/h for the 2.8 petrol 6-cylinder 193 hp version (BMW 328i Coupe).

Lenght of BMW 3 series is 443 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - BMW 3 series is about 7 cm longer than Ford Focus sedan, but 3 cm shorter than Honda Civic sedan. BMW 3 series gross weight is from 1695 to 1815 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 9 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. BMW 3 series trunk space is 435 litres.

This BMW is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 2900 €. According to user reviews, average BMW 3 series repair costs are 140 € per year. Users calculated BMW 3 series 1992 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 60%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 24% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of BMW 3 series for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about BMW 3 series prices and costs.

In user reviews BMW 3 series received average grade 7.1 (from 10) which is lower than average mark for similar aged cars (7.6). 87% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.

BMW 3 series modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox
BMW 316i Coupe Sep 1993 — Dec 1999 Most fuel efficient version	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 316i Coupe Sep 1993 — Dec 1999	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318iS Coupe Jan 1992 — Mar 1996	1.8 Petrol	140 HP	8.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318iS Coupe Oct 1992 — Mar 1996	1.8 Petrol	140 HP	8.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318iS Coupe Mar 1996 — Dec 1999 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318iS Coupe Mar 1996 — Dec 1999	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 320i Coupe	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	9.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 320i Coupe	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 323i Coupe Mai 1995 — Dec 1999	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	9.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 323i Coupe Mai 1995 — Dec 1999	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 325i Coupe	2.5 Petrol	192 HP	8.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325i Coupe	2.5 Petrol	192 HP	9.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 328i Coupe Jan 1995 — Dec 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 328i Coupe Jan 1995 — Dec 1999 Most powerfull version (193 HP)	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾

BMW 3 series safety

During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with two stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got two stars.

BMW 3 series prices

BMW 3 series 1992 - 1999 coupe price in Latvia is from 2000 € to 4000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles BMW 3 series price is entirely high - BMW 3 series is approximately for 23 percents more expensive then average coupes of this age (compare coupes 1992 - 1999 prices). Despite of price above average BMW 3 series quality is not so good (see below), so this BMW may not be the best choice for this price.

Year	Lowest	Average	Highest	Availability
BMW 3 series 1998 price	2300 €	2800 €	3400 €
BMW 3 series 1992 price	2000 €	3000 €	4000 €

BMW 3 series total costs of ownership

How much really costs to own BMW 3 series? Users calculated BMW 3 series 1992 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2300 € cost per year and 0.20 € cost per one kilometer.
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BMW 3 series mileage

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BMW 3 series reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service BMW 3 series reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of 28.5 percent of BMW 3 series of this generation (on average 15 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 24.1%.

BMW 3 series reliability and quality

BMW 3 series 1992 E36 coupe features (options)

Percentage of BMW 3 series with corresponding feature (option)

Metallic paint
58% Leather upholstery
39% Sunroof
38% Conditioning
36% Adjustable steering wheel
35% Climate control
34% Heated seats
17%