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Technical data

This 318Ci MT (143 hp) engine was fitted in the E46 [Restyling] Cabriolet, which was produced by BMW from 2001 to 2006. In addition to this engine, 13 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 km10.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km7.8litre
Fuel tank capacity63litre
Cruising rangefrom 580 to 1 030km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed206km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)10.4second

Engine

Displacement1995cm3
Engine power143bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque200Nm
RPM at max torque3750RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Bore84mm
Stroke90mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats4
Length4488mm
Width1757mm
Height1372mm
Wheelbase2725mm
Front track1471mm
Rear track1483mm
Ground clearance130mm
Kerb weight1505kg
Gross weight1925kg
Displacement420kg
Min. boot capacity300litre
Max. boot capacity300litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13 litres / 100km
Highway7.3 litres / 100km
Average9.4 litres / 100km

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

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