BMW 518i Touring (Touring E34)

BMW 5 series 1992 1.8 petrol description

Estate car / wagon BMW 518i Touring has been produced from May, 1993 to January, 1994. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 113 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 162 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 5 series 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

BMW 518i Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 518i Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.

BMW 518i Touring fuel consumption is 8.7 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient BMW 5 sērija 1992 - 1997 versions. Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.1 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.

BMW 5 series 1.8 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 5 series 1992

BMW 518i Touring technical data

Model: BMW 518i Touring
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 1993. May ... 1994. January 
Engine: 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 113 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 162 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 190 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.7 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 9.1 l/100km (25.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres (21.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.72m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.42m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Gross weight: 2000 kg

BMW 518i Touring engine M40B18

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 1795 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 81 mm
Compression ratio 8.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

More service info
Timing belt change interval 40,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
BMW 518i Touring oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4 litres (4.2 quarts) More service info
Power 113 - 115 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 162 - 165 NM ON 4250 RPM
Start of production (year) 1987
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 3 sērija

All BMW 5 series estate car [1992 - 1997] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 518i Touring Mai 1993 — Jan 1994

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 113 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 518iN Touring Jan 1994 — Mar 1997

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 116 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 520i Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 10.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 525i Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
BMW 525iX Touring 4x4 Mar 1992 — Sep 1996 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
BMW 525iX Touring 4x4 Oct 1992 — Sep 1996 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
BMW 525td Touring Mai 1993 — Mar 1997

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.5 Diesel 115 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 525td Touring Mai 1993 — Mar 1997 2.5 Diesel 115 HP 9.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
BMW 525tds Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997

Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.5 Diesel 143 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 525tds Touring Mar 1992 — Mar 1997

Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP)

2.5 Diesel 143 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Touring Oct 1992 — Mar 1997 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 12.5 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
BMW 530i Touring Oct 1992 — Mar 1997 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 12.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
BMW 540i Jan 1993 — Dec 1997

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds

4.0 Petrol 286 HP 12.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 540i Touring Sep 1993 — Mar 1997

Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP)

4.0 Petrol 286 HP 14.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
BMW 5 series 1992 reviews
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