BMW 316i (E30)

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BMW 3 series 1983 1.6 petrol description

Sedan BMW 316i has been produced from September, 1988 to January, 1991. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 99 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 141 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 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 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

BMW 316i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 316i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 316i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.7 litres per 100km (11.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 316i MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 2 seconds faster (in 12 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km.

BMW 3 series 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 316i technical data

Model:	BMW 316i
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	1988. September ... 1991. January
Engine:	1596 cm³ Petrol, 4 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	no data
Power:	99 HP ON 5500 RPM	Torque:	141 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox:	Automatic gearbox (4 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed:	177 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	14.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.7 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 6.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.32m (length) 1.64m (width) 1.38m (height)
Turning diameter:	10 meters
Ground clearance:	125 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats:	5 seats
Trunk capacity:	425 litres
Trunk max capacity:	425 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight:	1565 kg

BMW 316i engine M40B16

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	1596 cm³
Number of cylinders	4
Bore (cylinder diameter)	84 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	72 mm
Compression ratio	9 : 1
Camshaft drive	Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. More service info
Timing belt change interval	40,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.
Fuel system	Injection
BMW 316i oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	4 litres (4.2 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	6 litres (6.3 quarts)
Power	100 - 102 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque	141 - 143 NM ON 4250 RPM
Start of production (year)	1987
Duration of production	7 years

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All BMW 3 series sedan [1983 - 1991] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
BMW 316i Sep 1988 — Jan 1991	1.6 Petrol	99 HP	8.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316i Sep 1988 — Jan 1991	1.6 Petrol	99 HP	8.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316 Jan 1983 — Sep 1987 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.8 Petrol	90 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316 Jan 1983 — Sep 1987 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	1.8 Petrol	90 HP	8.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316i Sep 1987 — Sep 1988	1.8 Petrol	102 HP	8.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316i Sep 1987 — Sep 1988	1.8 Petrol	102 HP	8.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318i Jan 1983 — Sep 1987 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.8 Petrol	105 HP	7.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318i Jan 1983 — Sep 1987	1.8 Petrol	105 HP	8.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 1987 — Jan 1991	1.8 Petrol	113 HP	8.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318i Sep 1987 — Jan 1991	1.8 Petrol	113 HP	8.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 1983 — Oct 1985	2.0 Petrol	125 HP	8.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 1983 — Oct 1985	2.0 Petrol	125 HP	8.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Oct 1985 — Sep 1987	2.0 Petrol	129 HP	8.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Oct 1987 — Jan 1991	2.0 Petrol	129 HP	9.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Oct 1985 — Sep 1987	2.0 Petrol	129 HP	8.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Oct 1987 — Jan 1991	2.0 Petrol	129 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 323i Jan 1983 — Oct 1985	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	8.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 323i Jan 1983 — Oct 1985	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	8.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 324d Oct 1985 — Jan 1991 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.4 Diesel	86 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 324d Oct 1985 — Jan 1991	2.4 Diesel	86 HP	7.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 324td Oct 1987 — Jan 1991 Most powerfull diesel version (116 HP)	2.4 Diesel	116 HP	7.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 324td Oct 1987 — Jan 1991 Most powerfull diesel version (116 HP)	2.4 Diesel	116 HP	7.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325i Oct 1985 — Sep 1987 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	8.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325i Oct 1987 — Jan 1991 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	9.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325i Oct 1985 — Sep 1987	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	8.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325i Oct 1987 — Jan 1991	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325iX 4x4 Oct 1985 — Sep 1987 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	8.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
BMW 325iX 4x4 Oct 1987 — Jan 1991	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	10.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
BMW 325iX 4x4 Oct 1986 — Sep 1987	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	8.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	All wheel
BMW 325iX 4x4 Oct 1987 — Jan 1991	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	All wheel
BMW 325e Oct 1986 — Sep 1987	2.7 Petrol	129 HP	8.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 325e Oct 1986 — Sep 1987	2.7 Petrol	129 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Rear wheel

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