BMW 316 (E30)

BMW 3 series 1983 1.8 petrol description

Sedan BMW 316 has been produced from January, 1983 to September, 1987. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 140 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine may have fuel injection system or carburetor, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This BMW 3 series 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

BMW 316 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 316 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.

BMW 316 fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 3 sērija 1983 - 1991 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.