1985 BMW 3 Series Coupe 325es MT
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Photo: BMW 3 Series (E30) (Germany) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: BMW 3 Series (E30) (52862309981) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 17 M Technic II PL by Beemwej, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1989 Baur TC2 E30 325 - Rear view by Lewis Collard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1989 Baur TC2 E30 325 - View into interior by Lewis Collard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the E30 coupe (E30, 1984–1991); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: BMW 3 Series (E30) (Germany) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 3 Series (E30) (52862309981) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 17 M Technic II PL by Beemwej, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1989 Baur TC2 E30 325 - Rear view by Lewis Collard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1989 Baur TC2 E30 325 - View into interior by Lewis Collard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1985 BMW 3 Series Coupe 325es MT is a 121-hp 2.7-liter inline-6 coupe with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $21,265 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 121 horsepower at 4,250 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 3250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The 3 Series Coupe measures 170.3 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,562 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $21,265 ($64,230 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7L Inline-6 SOHC (eta) |
| Displacement | 2.7 L |
| Horsepower | 121 hp @ 4,250 rpm |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 12V |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Bosch Motronic Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Final Drive | 2.79 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 14.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-Trailing Arm |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 170.3 in |
| Width | 64.8 in |
| Height | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Front Track | 55.4 in |
| Rear Track | 55.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,562 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1985 BMW 3 Series Coupe.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.