BMW 318tds (E36)

BMW 3 series 1991 1.7 diesel description

Sedan BMW 318tds has been produced from October, 1994 to April, 1998. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5 litres.

BMW 318tds has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 318tds accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 182 km/h.

BMW 318tds fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.4 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient BMW 3 sērija 1991 - 1998 version, fuel consumption in city - 8.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1000 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

BMW 3 series safety

During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with two stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got two stars.