BMW 325i Cabrio (E36)
BMW 3 series 1993 2.5 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 325i Cabrio has been produced from September, 1993 to March, 1995. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 192 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 245 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. 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 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.75 litres.
BMW 325i Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 325i Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 325i Cabrio fuel consumption is 11 litres per 100km (9.1 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. 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 325i Cabrio technical data
| Model: | BMW 325i Cabrio | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 1993. September ... 1995. March | ||
| Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 192 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.0 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.0 (combined) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 11.4 l/100km (20.6 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 325i Cabrio engine M50B25
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 | 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 325i Cabrio oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.75 litres (6.1 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 192 HP ON 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1990 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
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) |