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3 Compact (E36) (03.1994 - 08.2000)
Technical data BMW 3 Compact (E36)
  • Engines currently produced 316 g, 316 i, 318 tds, 318 ti, 323 ti
  • Max. power [kW] 125
  • Min. power [kW] 66
  • Max. power [hp] 170
  • Min. power [hp] 90
  • Max. number of cylinders 6
  • Min. number of cylinders 4
  • Max. cylinder capacity (cc) 2494
  • Min. cylinder capacity (cc) 1596
  • Max. engine displacement 2.5
  • Min. engine displacement 1.6
  • Engine type Diesel, Petrol Engine
  • Type of drive Rear-Wheel Drive
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