The BMW 316i Compact is a hatchback with 3 doors and a front mounted powerplant which transmits the power to the rear wheels.
It forms part of BMW's E46 family of cars.
It is powered by a naturally aspirated engine of 1.9 litre capacity. This unit features single overhead camshaft valve gear, 4 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. It produces 105 bhp (106 PS/78 kW) of power at 5300 rpm, and maximum torque of 165 N·m (122 lb·ft/16.8 kgm) at 2500 rpm.
A 5 speed manual gearbox delivers the power to the wheels.
It weighs a stated 1250 kg at the kerb.
Its maximum speed claimed is 192 km/h, which is 119 mph.
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