1982-1994 3 Series OverviewBMW 3 Series Overview (1982 - 1994)
E30
Tech Specs Summary
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- 103 - 148 mph
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- 6.7 - 16.1 seconds
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- 85 - 197 BHP
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- 23.2 - 41.5 mpg
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- 990 - 1,360 kg
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- 303 - 312 L (Convertible)
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- 420 L (Coupé)
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- 404 - 425 L (Saloon)
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- 370 - 1,125 L (Estate)
This generation of the BMW 3 Series (E30) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1982 - 1994. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a convertible, coupé, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 85 BHP 2.4 L Inline 6 diesel engine all the way to a 197 BHP 2 L Inline 6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 3 Series is the BMW M3 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 169 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 146 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 316i touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 437 miles and can store 370-1,125 litres of cargo.