BMW 3 318i FACELIFT E46 REVIEWS SPECIFICATIONS

BMW 3 318i E46

BMW 3 318i FACELIFT E46 Reviews

         BMW 3 Series E46 models have been reporting ruptures in subframe structure of their cars. This problem was also common in the earlier E36 models, but they re-occurred in the E46 models from 1999 to 2006. These problems appear in the rear mounting points for the subframe, which can rip out from their spots in sheet metal.

       

       This happens because the rear differential transmits the torsional load from the engine through the subframe, then into the chassis. This constant loading and unloading weakens the sheet metal and causes it to fatigue and separate from the chassis.

      BMW has prepared an inspection, approved repair procedure, and reimbursement policy in keeping with the terms of the proposed class settlement. Details will be forthcoming, pending the court’s final approval of the proposed class settlement.

BMW 3 318i FACELIFT E46 Specifications

Cylinders
:    L4
Displacement
:    1895 cm3
Power
:    87(118)/5500 KW(hp)/RPM
Torque
:   132.8/3900 lb-ft/RPM OR 180/3900 Nm/RPM
Fuel System
:    Multipoint Injection
Fuel
:    Petrol
CO2 Emissions
:    190 g/km
Top Speed
:   128 mph OR 206 km/h
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)
 :   10.4 s
Length
 :   176 in OR 4470 mm
Width
 :   68.5 in OR 1740 mm
Height
:    55.7 in OR 1415 mm
Front/rear Track
 :   58.3/58.8 in OR 1,481/1,494 mm
Wheelbase
 :   107.3 in OR 2725 mm
Ground Clearance
 :   5.1 in OR 130 mm
Cargo Volume
:   15.5 cuFT OR 439 L
City
:    20.8 mpg OR 11.3 L/100Km
Highway
 :   39.2 mpg OR 6 L/100Km
Combined
 :   29.4 mpg OR 8 L/100Km