BMW 318ti Compact (E46)
BMW 3 series 2001 2.0 petrol description
Hatchback BMW 318ti Compact has been produced from June, 2001 to March, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 143 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 3750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.
BMW 318ti Compact has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 318ti Compact accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 211 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 318ti Compact in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 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 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100 km, which is 16% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.
BMW 3 series safety
During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.
BMW 318ti Compact technical data
| Model: | BMW 318ti Compact | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2001. June ... 2005. March | ||
| Engine: | 1995 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 143 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 211 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.26m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 310 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1100 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1820 kg | ||
BMW 318ti Compact engine N42B20
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 1995 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 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 | Injection |
| BMW 318ti Compact oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) |
| Power | 143 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 NM ON 3750 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 6 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 2004 onwards. |
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| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 316ti Compact
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 316ti Compact | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 318ti Compact | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318ti Compact | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 318td Compact
Mar 2003 — Mar 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 320td Compact
Jun 2001 — Feb 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 320td Compact Mar 2003 — Mar 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320td Compact | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 325ti Compact
Jun 2001 — Feb 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 325ti Compact
Jan 2003 — Mar 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 325ti Compact | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |