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Is the E46 318i a good car?

Is the E46 318i a good car?

Is the BMW 318i a good & reliable car? So long as it is serviced on time and looked after well, the BMW 318i can be a great, reliable and enjoyable mode of transport. Although it is no tar-burning supercar the 318i has been known for 30 years as a well-made, pleasant way to get around town.

Which is better 318i or 320i?

BMW 318i Or 320i – Which BMW Model Is Better The BMW 320i comes after BMW 318i and has greater features than 318i and has got some modifications as well. Both of the models are great on its places. 320i is more spacious and has more leg and arm rooms where as 318i has more space in trunk that is very useful.

What is the fuel consumption of BMW 318i?

Fuel Consumption Summary

Fuel Consumption
Extra Urban: 5.3 litre/100km (18.9km/litre)
Urban: 8.1 litre/100km (12.3km/litre)
Combined: 6.3 litre/100km (15.9km/litre)

What engine does the 318i have?

The 318i models were powered by the BMW M42 engine, which was used in the 318is model sold in other countries.

What is the engine size of BMW 318i?

1998 cm3
BMW 3 Series Sedan (G20) 318i (156 Hp) Steptronic 2020, 2021 Specs

General information
Torque 250 Nm @ 1300-4300 rpm. 184.39 lb.-ft. @ 1300-4300 rpm.
Engine location Front, Longitudinal
Model Engine B48B20
Engine displacement 1998 cm3 121.93 cu. in.

What is 318i?

The 318i was the traditional entry-point to the 3 Series range, but departed the Australian market in 2018. Offered purely as a sedan, it was powered by a 1.5-litre, turbocharged three-cylinder, connected to either a six speed manual or eight speed automatic transmission.

What is the difference between 318d and 320d?

Compared to the 320d, the 318d has slightly better fuel economy – 50.4mpg versus 49.6. The 320d’s 163bhp and 251lb-ft of torque becomes the 318d’s 122bhp and 207lb-ft. What this means is that wonderful dollop of mid-range power in the 320d has gone, replaced by an engine with little in the way of pulling power.

Is the BMW 3 series 318i E46 a good car?

The BMW 3 Series 318i E46 Saloon is a very well built car. excellent handling. such a smooth torque engine. very good on fuel ,providing you drive sensibly,its very quiet inside, excellent sound system, and drives as if new every day. Exhaust systems are very expensive. My first bmw e46 2 litre, and I love the car. definately not my last…

When did the BMW 318i limited come out?

The 318i Limited arrived in 1996 with alloy wheels, wood trim and six speaker sound. An Executive model replaced it in June 1997 to keep the E36 going in the final months before it was replaced by the E46 in Aug ’98. In addition to the standard features of the regular 318i it also boasted leather trim and remote central locking.

When did Michael Tait buy his BMW 318i?

MG enthusiast Michael Tait bought his BMW 318i auto in 1998 with 32,000 km on the odometer. He says it’s a comfortable city and touring car, although its performance can be best described as leisurely.

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