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Technical data

This 518i MT (116 hp) engine was fitted in the E34 Touring wagon, which was produced by BMW from 1988 to 1996. In addition to this engine, 21 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 km6.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8.2litre
Fuel tank capacity80litre
Cruising rangefrom 760 to 1 310km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed192km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.2second

Engine

Displacement1796cm3
Engine power116bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 500RPM
Maximum torque168Nm
RPM at max torque3900RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore84mm
Stroke81mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle11m

Body

Seats5
Length4720mm
Width1751mm
Height1417mm
Wheelbase2761mm
Front track1470mm
Rear track1495mm
Ground clearance140mm
Kerb weight1445kg
Gross weight2015kg
Displacement570kg
Min. boot capacity460litre
Max. boot capacity1450litre
Body typeEstate

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionDrive axle, Trailing arms, Helical springs, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City12.6 litres / 100km
Highway7.3 litres / 100km
Average9.8 litres / 100km

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

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