BMW 325tds (E36)

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BMW 3 series 1991 2.5 diesel description

Sedan BMW 325tds has been produced from September, 1993 to April, 1998. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 260 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and MHI TD0411G5 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 325tds has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 325tds accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 211 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 325tds fuel consumption is 8.3 litres per 100km (12 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 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.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 325tds MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1 seconds faster (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 7.5 litres per 100 km.

BMW 325tds technical data

Model:	BMW 325tds
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	1993. September ... 1998. April
Engine:	2497 cm³ Diesel, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	no data
Power:	143 HP ON 4800 RPM	Torque:	260 NM ON 2200 RPM
Gearbox:	Automatic gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	211 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	11.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.3 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.43m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.39m (height)
Turning diameter:	10 meters
Ground clearance:	130 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity:	435 litres
Gross weight:	1860 kg

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BMW 325tds engine M51D25 OL

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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	2497 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	80 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	82.8 mm
Compression ratio	22 : 1
Camshaft drive	Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.
Fuel system	Precombustion chamber
BMW 325tds oil type	5W-40
Oil capacity	6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity	8.8 litres (9.3 quarts)
Power	143 HP ON 4800 RPM
Torque	260 NM ON 2200 RPM
Start of production (year)	1991
Duration of production	10 years
	Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1994 onwards.
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 [1991 - 1998] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox
BMW 316i Jan 1991 — Sep 1993	1.6 Petrol	99 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 316i Jan 1991 — Sep 1993	1.6 Petrol	100 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 316i Sep 1993 — Apr 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	7.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 316i Sep 1993 — Apr 1998	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318tds Oct 1994 — Apr 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version	1.7 Diesel	90 HP	6.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318i Jan 1991 — Sep 1993	1.8 Petrol	113 HP	8.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318i Jan 1991 — Sep 1993	1.8 Petrol	113 HP	8.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318i Sep 1993 — Apr 1998	1.8 Petrol	115 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318i Sep 1993 — Apr 1998	1.8 Petrol	115 HP	8.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318is Jan 1991 — Dec 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.8 Petrol	140 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318is Jan 1991 — Dec 1996 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.8 Petrol	140 HP	6.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 318is Mar 1996 — Apr 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 318is Mar 1996 — Apr 1998	1.9 Petrol	140 HP	8.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 320i	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	9.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 320i	2.0 Petrol	150 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 323i Mai 1995 — Apr 1998	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	9.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 323i Mai 1995 — Apr 1998	2.5 Petrol	170 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325i Jan 1991 — Mar 1995	2.5 Petrol	192 HP	8.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325i Jan 1991 — Mar 1995	2.5 Petrol	192 HP	9.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325td	2.5 Diesel	115 HP	7.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325td	2.5 Diesel	115 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾
BMW 325tds Sep 1993 — Apr 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)	2.5 Diesel	143 HP	7.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 325tds Sep 1993 — Apr 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)	2.5 Diesel	143 HP	8.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 328i Jan 1995 — Apr 1998 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	9.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾
BMW 328i Jan 1995 — Apr 1998 Most powerfull petrol version (193 HP)	2.8 Petrol	193 HP	10.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾

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