1978 BMW 320i 4MT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1981 BMW 320 2.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 3 Series 4 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 320i side view by MAS pilot, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 BMW 320 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1981 BMW 320i in dk grey rear by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1978 BMW 320i 4MT is a 110-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 110 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 112 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm.
The 320i measures 177.5 inches long on a 100.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,250 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Inline-4 SOHC |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 110 hp @ 5,700 rpm |
| Torque | 112 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 89 x 80 mm |
| Injection Type | Bosch K-Jetronic |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual (Getrag 242) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, rack-and-pinion steering |
| Rear Suspension | Independent semi-trailing arms |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 177.5 in |
| Width | 63.4 in |
| Height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.9 in |
| Front Track | 53.7 in |
| Rear Track | 54.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,250 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1978 BMW 320i 4MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1978 BMW 320I. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 19, 1980 · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
WHEN SUBJECTED TO THE EXTREMELY HIGH TEMPERATURES THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, THE DAMPER SLEEVES WHICH COVER THE RETURN SPRINGS OF THE ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM CAN DEFORM AND PREVENT THEIR RETURNING THE THROTTLE TO IDLE POSITION AFTER RELEASE OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL.
Remedy: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE RETURN DAMPER SLEEVES WITH NEW SLEEVES OF HIGH TEMPERATURE-RESISTANT PLASTIC MATERIAL.
NHTSA campaign 80V076000
Apr 4, 1978 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
THE HEX HEAD BOLT THAT CONNECTS THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO TERMINAL #30 MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER TORQUE.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REMOVE THE FUSE PANEL AND RETIGHTEN THE 5-MM HEX HEAD BOLT IN THE MAIN POWER TERMINAL UNDERNEATH THE FUSE PANEL, WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 78V074000
Mar 24, 1978 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
DUE TO THE HIGH FUEL FLOW RATE IN THE FUEL SYSTEM, CONDITIONS OF EXTREME ALTITUDE, TEMPERATURES, OR FUEL CONTAMINATION, MAY LEAD TO THE FORMATION OF FUEL VAPOR BUBBLES.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL PUMP IN THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 78V061000
Mar 13, 1978 · TIRES
DUE TO A MATERIAL STUCTURAL DEFECT, THE RUBBER SEAL BETWEEN THE METAL VALVE STEM AND RIM ALLOWS SLOW SEEPAGE OF AIR AROUND THE VALVE BASE.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE DEFECTIVE METAL TIRE VALVE STEMS AND RUBBER SEALS WITH NEW ONES, AT NO COST TO THE CUSTOMER.
NHTSA campaign 78V056000
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1978 BMW 320I
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1978 BMW 320I (2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1978 BMW 320I. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.