BMW 323i (E30)
BMW 3 series 1983 2.3 petrol description
Sedan BMW 323i has been produced from January, 1983 to October, 1985. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.3 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 205 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-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 290 000 to 490 000 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 2.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
BMW 323i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 323i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 323i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.8 litres per 100km (11.4 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 323i technical data
| Model: | BMW 323i | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1983. January ... 1985. October | ||
| Engine: | 2316 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 205 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 (combined) | ||
| 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: | 1590 kg | ||
BMW 323i engine M20B23
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2316 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 76.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 : 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 | 50,000 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 323i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 140 - 150 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 - 205 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1977 |
| Duration of production | 15 years |
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All BMW 3 series sedan [1983 - 1991] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| 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 |
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BMW 316
Jan 1983 — Sep 1987 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |