Tuesday, March 31, 2015

BMW 3 Series Sedan - Generation 4.1 (1998-2002)

BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN (1998-2002)

Known as the E46 chassis, this model had spawned a convertible, coupe, and wagon versions which were officially sold (previous ones were through grey imports). The sedan was first available with a 1.9 and 2.5 engine but a base 316i resurrected later on.






OWNERSHIP DETAILS325i318i316i
Years AvailableLate 1998-January 2002Late 1998-January 20022000-2002
ENGINE SPECS
EngineM54B25 2.5 DOHC 24V I6M43TUB19 1.9 DOHC 16V I41.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower192hp @ 6,000rpm118hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque245Nm @ 3,500rpm180Nm @ 3,900rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/95 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel InjectionElectronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Automatic4-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity63 Liters63 Liters63 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,470mm4,470mm4,470mm
Width1,740mm1,740mm1,740mm
Height1,415mm1,415mm1,415mm
Wheelbase2,725mm2,725mm2,725mm
Curb Weight1,395kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel DriveFront Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-LinkMulti-LinkMulti-Link
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Tires225/50 R16195/65 R15195/65 R15
Wheels16 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags444
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, With Corner Brake ControlYes, With Corner Brake ControlYes, With Corner Brake Control
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Automatic Stability Control Plus TractionYes, Automatic Stability Control Plus TractionYes, Automatic Stability Control Plus Traction
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Rear Parking SensorsFirst Aid Kit
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront and RearFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: M Body Kits, White Turn Light Indicators, Trip ComputerAdds: NoneElectronically Adjustable Headlamps
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/TelescopicTilt/TelescopicTilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel MaterialLeather, M SportLeatherUrethane
Seating AdjustmentPower, DriverPower, DriverManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Myrtle Wood Interior AccentsService Interval Indicator
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, MirrorsSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate ControlAutomaticManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CDAM/FM/Cassette/6 CD
Speakers866
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioNoneNone
AlarmYesYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesYes
NOTES
RIVALSAudi A4, Jaguar X Type, Mercedes C Class, Volvo S60, Volvo S70

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