BMW 323ti Compact (E36)
BMW 3 series 1993 2.5 petrol description
Hatchback BMW 323ti Compact has been produced from January, 1995 to September, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5500 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 3 sērija 1993 - 2000 version and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 3950 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (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 270 000 and 450 000 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 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 323ti Compact has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 323ti Compact accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 323ti Compact fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 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.
BMW 323ti Compact technical data
| Model: | BMW 323ti Compact | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1995. January ... 2000. September | ||
| Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 221 g/km |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 3950 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 6.9 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.21m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.38m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 110 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 325 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1030 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1715 kg | ||
BMW 323ti Compact engine M52B25
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 | 2494 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 323ti Compact oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 NM ON 3950 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 7 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 1997 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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BMW 316i Compact
Jan 1993 — Sep 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 316i Compact Jan 1993 — Sep 1999 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 318tds Compact Apr 1995 — Sep 2000 | 1.7 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318ti Compact Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318ti Compact Sep 1994 — Mar 1996 | 1.8 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 316i Compact
Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.9 Petrol | 105 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 316i Compact Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 1.9 Petrol | 105 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 318ti Compact
Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.9 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318ti Compact Mar 1996 — Jan 1999 | 1.9 Petrol | 140 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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BMW 323ti Compact
Jan 1995 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 323ti Compact
Jan 1995 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull petrol version (170 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |