BMW 325e (E30)

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BMW 3 series 1983 2.7 petrol description

Sedan BMW 325e has been produced from October, 1986 to September, 1987. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 129 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 230 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.8 litres.

BMW 325e has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 325e accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 325e fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100km (11.9 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100 km, which is 12% 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 automatic gearbox (BMW 325e AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 12 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 10.3 litres per 100 km.

BMW 3 series 2.7 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 325e technical data

Model:	BMW 325e
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	1986. October ... 1987. September
Engine:	2693 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	no data
Power:	129 HP ON 4800 RPM	Torque:	230 NM ON 3200 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	193 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	10.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.4 (combined)
Real fuel consumption:	9.4 l/100km (25 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:	1600 kg

BMW 325e engine M20B27

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.

Engine displacement	2693 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	84 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	81 mm
Compression ratio	8.5 : 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 325e oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	4.8 litres (5.1 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Power	120 - 130 HP ON 4800 RPM
Torque	230 - 240 NM ON 3200 RPM
Start of production (year)	1977
Duration of production	15 years
Engine also used on	BMW 5 sērija

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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