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Technical data

This 316i AT (102 hp) engine was fitted in the E36 Compact hatchback, which was produced by BMW from 1990 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 11 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km10.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity52litre
Cruising rangefrom 500 to 870km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed183km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.8second

Engine

Displacement1596cm3
Engine power102bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 500RPM
Maximum torque150Nm
RPM at max torque3900RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore84mm
Stroke72mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.4m

Body

Seats5
Length4210mm
Width1968mm
Height1393mm
Wheelbase2700mm
Front track1418mm
Rear track1423mm
Kerb weight1255kg
Gross weight1640kg
Displacement460kg
Min. boot capacity325litre
Max. boot capacity1030litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Trailing arms, Dampers
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City12.6 litres / 100km
Highway7.2 litres / 100km
Average9.6 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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