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3 Saloon (E21) (06.1975 - 03.1984)
Technical data BMW 3 Saloon (E21)
  • Engines currently produced 315, 316, 318, 318 i, 320, 320 i, 320/6, 323 i
  • Max. power [kW] 105
  • Min. power [kW] 55
  • Max. power [hp] 143
  • Min. power [hp] 75
  • Max. number of cylinders 6
  • Min. number of cylinders 4
  • Max. cylinder capacity (cc) 2316
  • Min. cylinder capacity (cc) 1573
  • Max. engine displacement 2.3
  • Min. engine displacement 1.6
  • Engine type Petrol Engine
  • Type of drive Rear-Wheel Drive
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