BMW 320i Cabrio (E36)
BMW 3 series 1993 2.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 320i Cabrio has been produced from January, 1993 to September, 1999. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 190 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 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 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 320i Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 320i Cabrio 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 320i Cabrio fuel consumption is 9.1 litres per 100km (11 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 3 sērija 1993 - 1999 versions, fuel consumption in city - 13 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 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 320i Cabrio technical data
| Model: | BMW 320i Cabrio | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 1993. January ... 1999. September | ||
| Engine: | 1991 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 215 g/km |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 190 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual 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): | 9.1 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.43m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.35m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 230 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1810 kg | ||
BMW 320i Cabrio engine M50B20
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 | 1991 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 66 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 320i Cabrio oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1990 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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All BMW 3 series cabrio [1993 - 1999] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BMW 318i Cabrio
Apr 1994 — Sep 1999 Most fuel efficient version |
1.8 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 318i Cabrio Apr 1994 — Sep 1999 | 1.8 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Jan 1993 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Jan 1993 — Sep 1999 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 323i Jan 1995 — Dec 1999 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | - | Manual (5) |
| BMW 323i Jan 1995 — Dec 1999 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | - | Automatic (5) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Sep 1993 — Mar 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Sep 1993 — Mar 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW 328i Cabrio
Jan 1995 — Sep 1999 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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BMW 328i Cabrio
Jan 1995 — Sep 1999 Most powerfull version (193 HP) |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |