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Technical data

This 1.9 MT (140 hp) engine was fitted in the E36/7 Roadster, which was produced by BMW from 1995 to 1999. In addition to this engine, 6 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 km11.4litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8litre
Fuel tank capacity51litre
Cruising rangefrom 450 to 850km
Fuel98 RON, 95 RON, 92 RON
Top speed205km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.5second

Engine

Displacement1895cm3
Engine power140bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque180Nm
RPM at max torque4300RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder4
Bore85mm
Stroke83.5mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10m

Body

Seats2
Length4025mm
Width1692mm
Height1288mm
Wheelbase2446mm
Front track1411mm
Rear track1427mm
Kerb weight1275kg
Gross weight1450kg
Displacement250kg
Min. boot capacity165litre
Max. boot capacity165litre
Front/rear axle load750/810kg
Body typeRoadster

Suspension & brakes

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

Real-world consumption (est.)

City13.7 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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