BMW 518i (E34)

BMW 5 series 1988 1.8 petrol description

Sedan BMW 518i has been produced from October, 1992 to May, 1995. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 168 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This BMW 5 series 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

BMW 518i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 518i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 518i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.1 litres per 100km (12.3 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 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 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 5 series fuel consumption.