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Technical data

This 518i MT (102 hp) engine was fitted in the E12 [Restyling] Sedan, which was produced by BMW from 1976 to 1981. In addition to this engine, 25 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 km12.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.34litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.58litre
Fuel tank capacity70litre
Cruising rangefrom 560 to 840km
Fuel98 RON
Top speed167km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)14.2second

Engine

Displacement1766cm3
Engine power102bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 800RPM
Maximum torque135Nm
RPM at max torque4500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore89mm
Stroke71mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats5
Length4620mm
Width1690mm
Height1425mm
Wheelbase2636mm
Front track1406mm
Rear track1442mm
Ground clearance139mm
Kerb weight1350kg
Gross weight1740kg
Displacement390kg
Min. boot capacity440litre
Max. boot capacity440litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City15 litres / 100km
Highway10 litres / 100km
Average12.7 litres / 100km

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

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