BMW 3 Series 318i 2.0 AT Base Equipment — Fourth Generation
This overview looks at familiarity with everyday controls in the BMW 3 Series 318i 2.0 AT Base, describing the habits that help a driver settle in rather than listing what any particular car carries.
4 generation · Coupe
Generation photo. Individual trim appearance may differ.
The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry
218 km/h
Engine type
Gasoline
Transmission
Automatic
Type of boost?
A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry
No
Type of drive?
Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry
RWD
Bore and stroke?
The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry
84 × 90 mm
Engine capacity?
The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry
1995 cm³
Engine location
Front, longitudinal
Number of gears?
How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry
5
Maximum power?
A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry
143 hp
Maximum power, kw?
A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry
105 kW
Compression ratio?
The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry
10.2
Maximum power rpm
6000 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
200 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
3750 rpm
Acceleration to 100?
The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry
9.3 s
Engine power system
Distributed injection (multi-point)
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder?
The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry
4
Cylinder arrangement
Inline
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Energy & emissions
ECO class
Not provided
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
95
Mild Hybrid?
A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry
Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions?
The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry
Not provided
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
63 l
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum?
The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry
Not provided
Driving range, minimum?
The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry
Not provided
Fuel consumption city
10.4 l
Average consumption
7.4 l
Fuel consumption highway
5.7 l
Dimensions & body
Doors number
2
Number of seats
5
Width
1757 mm
Height
1369 mm
Length
4488 mm
Body type
Coupe
Wheelbase?
The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry
2725 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Coupe
Rear track width?
The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry
1483 mm
Trunk volume max
Not provided
Trunk volume min
410 l
Front track width?
The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry
1471 mm
Max weight
1810 kg
Curb weight?
The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry
1310 kg
Ground clearance, maximum?
The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry
Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum?
The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry
130 mm
Identity & configuration
Body code
E46
Vehicle class
D
Body designation
E46/2
Right-hand drive
No
Engine code
N42B20
Additional specifications
Stop
2003-02-28
Start
1998-03-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Ventilated disc
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Independent, spring
Front suspension
Independent, spring
Trim equipment
Dimensions & body
Number of seats
5
Additional specifications
Driver Assistance Systems
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Stop
2003-02-28
Start
1998-03-01
Airbags
Driver's airbag, Passenger airbag, Side front airbags, Window airbags (curtains)
Material
Alloy
Interior
Power window
Sound
Audio system
Diameter
R15 ″
Air conditioner
Air conditioner
Anti theft system
Keyless central locking, Immobilizer
Seat trim
Fabric seats
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Comfort and Convenience
Comfort preferences start with seating position: some drivers sit high and close for a clear view of the road edges, others further back with arms extended. Neither is wrong, since body proportions and habits differ.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Learning where the lights, wipers, demister and hazard switch sit while parked means less searching later. A few minutes of preparation turns an unfamiliar cabin into a known one before the first junction.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Keeping a phone charged on a long trip is a separate question from playing music or taking calls; each may rely on different sockets or settings, so it helps to check them individually.
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