BMW 318i Touring (Touring E46)
BMW 3 series 2001 2.0 petrol description
Estate car / wagon BMW 318i Touring has been produced from September, 2001 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
BMW 318i Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 318i Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 213 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 318i Touring fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 10 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.
BMW 3 series safety
During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.
BMW 318i Touring technical data
| Model: | BMW 318i Touring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2001. September ... 2005. September | ||
| Engine: | 1995 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
| Power: | 143 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 213 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 (combined) 10.0 (urban) 5.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km (28 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1345 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1935 kg | ||
BMW 318i Touring engine N42B20
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1995 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| BMW 318i Touring oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 143 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2004 onwards. |
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All BMW 3 series estate car [2001 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 316i Touring
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 316i Touring Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 318d Touring
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 318d
Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 318d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 320d Touring
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320d Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 320i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 325i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 325i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 330d Touring Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330d Touring Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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BMW 330i Touring
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 330i Touring
Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 330xi Touring 4x4
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 330d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |