BMW 518i (E34)
BMW 5 series 1988 1.8 petrol description
Sedan BMW 518i has been produced from April, 1994 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 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 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
BMW 518i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 192 km/h.
BMW 518i fuel consumption is 8.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.6 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 80 litres or 21.14 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
BMW 518i technical data
| Model: | BMW 518i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 1994. April ... 1995. May | ||
| Engine: | 1796 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 115 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 168 NM ON 3900 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 192 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.6 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres (21.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1910 kg | ||
BMW 518i engine M43B18
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 1796 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 81 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7 : 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 518i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4 litres (4.2 quarts) |
| Power | 115 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 NM ON 3900 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1993 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 3 sērija BMW Z3 |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All BMW 5 series sedan [1988 - 1995] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 518i
Oct 1989 — Jan 1994 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 113 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 518i
Oct 1992 — Mai 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 518iN
Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518iN Jan 1994 — Dec 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 518i Apr 1994 — Mai 1995 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.0 Petrol | 129 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 520i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 524td Jan 1988 — Oct 1991 | 2.4 Diesel | 116 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525i Apr 1990 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| BMW 525iX 4x4 Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
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BMW 525td
Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 525td Mai 1993 — Dec 1995 | 2.5 Diesel | 115 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 525tds
Oct 1991 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull diesel version (143 HP) |
2.5 Diesel | 143 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Jan 1988 — Apr 1990 | 3.0 Petrol | 188 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 530i Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| BMW 535i Jan 1988 — Oct 1992 | 3.4 Petrol | 211 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 540i V8
Jan 1992 — Dec 1995 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
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BMW 540i
Oct 1992 — Dec 1995 Most powerfull petrol version (286 HP) |
4.0 Petrol | 286 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |