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BMW 3 Series Touring (E30, facelift 1987) 316i (99 Hp)
Overall Rating
BMW 3 Series:
The BMW 3 series is a line of compact executive cars manufactured by the German automaker BMW since May 1975. It is the successor to the 02 series and has been produced in seven generations.
The first generation of the 3 Series was only available as a 2-door saloon; the model range expanded to include a 4-door saloon, 2-door convertible, 2-door coupé, 5-door estate, 5-door liftback and 3-door hatchback body styles. Since 2013, the coupé and convertible models have been marketed as the 4 Series; these styles no longer being included in the 3 Series....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Touring (E30, facelift 1987) Overview:
BMW 3 Series (Touring (E30, facelift 1987)). With 141 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.9 s). The top speed reaches 179 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
316i (99 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Basic performance, adequate for daily commuting and city driving, but lacks the spirited feel of the larger engines.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine of its time, making it a cost-effective option for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Timeless, classic BMW design
- • Practical Touring body style with good cargo space
- • Wide range of engines, including smooth inline-sixes
- • Strong aftermarket support and enthusiast community
Cons:
- • Older safety features compared to modern cars
- • Rust can be an issue on neglected examples
- • Fuel economy can be high on larger petrol engines
- • Interior plastics can show age and wear
- • Maintenance on some components can be costly
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Convertible (E30, facelift 1987): 1987 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | BMW |
| Model: | 3 Series |
| Generation: | Touring (E30, facelift 1987) |
| Modification (Engine): | 316i (99 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 99 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 62 Hp/l [129mm less] |
| Torque: | 141 Nm @ 4250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M40B16 More details about the engine M40B16 |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 179 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
| Max. weight: | 1650 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 371 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4321 mm mm [129mm less] |
| Width: | 1641 mm mm [4mm less] |
| Height: | 1379 mm mm [9mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2570 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1410 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1420 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Tires size | 195/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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