BMW 323Ci (E46)
BMW 3 series 1999 2.5 petrol description
Coupe BMW 323Ci has been produced from September, 1999 to September, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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 323Ci has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 323Ci accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 233 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 323Ci fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 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 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 323Ci technical data
| Model: | BMW 323Ci | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1999. September ... 2000. September | ||
| Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 215 g/km |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 233 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 6.9 (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: | 4.49m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.37m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 410 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1870 kg | ||
BMW 323Ci 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 323Ci oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 8.4 litres (8.9 quarts) |
| Power | 170 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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All BMW 3 series coupe [1999 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 316i
Jan 2001 — Dec 2003 Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 316i Jan 2001 — Dec 2003 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 318Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 118 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2001 | 1.9 Petrol | 118 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 318Ci Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318Ci Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 320Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 320Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 320Ci Sep 2000 — Mar 2003 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 320Ci Sep 2000 — Mar 2003 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 323Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 323Ci Sep 1999 — Sep 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 325Ci Sep 2000 — Mar 2003 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 325Ci Sep 2000 — Mar 2003 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 328Ci Sep 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 328Ci Sep 1999 — Jun 2000 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 330Ci
Jun 2000 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 330Ci
Jun 2000 — Mar 2003 Most powerfull version (231 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) |