1979 BMW 320i Auto
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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 1979 BMW 320i Auto is a 110-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic 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 | 3-speed automatic (ZF 3HP22) |
| 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 1979 BMW 320i Auto 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
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1979 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
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1979 BMW 320I
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1979 BMW 320I (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Visibility | 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 1979 BMW 320I. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.