1990-2000 3 Series OverviewBMW 3 Series Overview (1990 - 2000)
E36
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 155 mph
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- 5.5 - 14.4 seconds
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- 89 - 317 hp
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- 23 - 39.9 mpg
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- 2,491 - 3,605 lbs
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- 15.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 14.3 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 8.1 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 13.1 - 46.6 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 10.6 - 36.4 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the BMW 3 Series (E36) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 1990 - 2000. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé, convertible, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 89 hp 1.7 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 317 hp 2.5 L Inline 6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 3 Series is the BMW M3 Coupé which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 317 hp and a power/weight ratio of 10.54 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.5 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 481 miles and can store 13.1-46.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,756 lbs.
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