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E36 3 Series Compact Versions

BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Specs

(1997 - 2001) - Technical Specifications for Years 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

Petrol

2494 cm³
152.2 cu-in

Inline 6

170 PS
168 HP / 125 kW

245 Nm
180 lb-ft

230 km/h
143 Mph

9.2 L/100 km
31 MPG UK
26 MPG US

BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	E36

Body :	Turismo

Num. of Doors :	3 doors


BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	Inline 6

Engine Code :	M52B25

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Indirect Injection.

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	2494 cm³ / 152.2 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	84.0 x 75.0 mm 3.31 x 2.95 inches

Number of valves :	24 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	11

Horsepower :	170 PS / 168 HP / 125 kW @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque :	245 Nm / 180 lb-ft @ 3950 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio:


BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	9.2 L/100 km 31 MPG UK 26 MPG US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road:	6.9 L/100 km 41 MPG UK 34 MPG US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	13.2 L/100 km 21 MPG UK 18 MPG US

Range :	597 km / 371 miles

Fuel Tank Capacity :	55 L 14.5 US gallons 12.1 UK gallons

BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Performance

Top Speed :	230 km/h / 143 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	7.8 s


BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	270.0 cm / 106.3 inches

Length :	421.0 cm / 165.75 inches

Width :	169.8 cm / 66.85 inches

Height :	137.8 cm / 54.25 inches

Front Axle :	140.8 cm / 55.43 inches

Rear Axle :	141.3 cm / 55.63 inches

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.35

Curb Weight :	1330 kg / 2932 lbs

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	7.8 kg/hp


BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	5 seats

Seat distribution :	2+3

Trunk / Boot capacity :	300 L / 10.6 cu-ft


BMW E36 3 Series Compact 323ti Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (286 mm / 11.26 inches)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (272 mm / 10.71 inches)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/60 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/60 R15

Front Wheels Width :	7,0"

Rear Wheels Width :	7,0"

Steering :	Rack and pinion

Front Suspension :	McPherson struts. Coil springs.

Rear Suspension :	Coil springs.