1993 BMW 3 Series Coupe 318is AT
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- Photo: 1998 BMW 323i 2.5 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BMW 3 Series Coupé (E36) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 BMW 323i 2.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: BAS 24, Brussels (P1170277-RR) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1995 BMW 318is 1.8 Auto (Interior) by DieselFordMondeo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1993 BMW 3 Series Coupe 318is AT is a 138-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 coupe with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $25,215 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 138 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 129 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The 3 Series Coupe measures 174.5 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,031 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,215 ($56,712 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L Inline-4 DOHC |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 129 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16V |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 x 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Bosch Motronic Fuel Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Final Drive | 4.44 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Tank Capacity | 16.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 7.0J x 15 |
| Wheels Rear | 7.0J x 15 |
| Tires Front | 205/60R15 |
| Tires Rear | 205/60R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174.5 in |
| Width | 67.3 in |
| Height | 53.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Front Track | 55.4 in |
| Rear Track | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,031 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1993 BMW 3 Series Coupe 318is AT 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
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 BMW 3 SERIES. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 17, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
NHTSA campaign 06E064000
May 22, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN J & A AUTO ACCESSORIES COMBINATION HEADLAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: J & A AUTO ACCESSORIES WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE HEADLAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT J & A AUTO ACCESSORIES AT 310-327-4981.
NHTSA campaign 06E044000
Mar 13, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
NHTSA campaign 06E023000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1993 BMW 3 SERIES. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.