BMW 318i (E46)

BMW 3 series 1998 1.9 petrol description

Sedan BMW 318i has been produced from April, 1998 to September, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 118 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 300 up to 510 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
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This BMW 3 series 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

BMW 318i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 318i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 206 km/h.

BMW 318i fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 11 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.