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BMW 3 Series Base (2002) price & specs
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Overview
The 2002 BMW 3 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E46. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $46,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 105 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 3750 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. It has a 63L fuel tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1408mm (55.4 inches) in height, 4262mm (167.8 inches) in length, 1751mm (68.9 inches) in width with a 2725mm (107.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1390kg (3064.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Base comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
84.75 - 165.25 kW/t
84.75 kW/t
165.25 kW/t
Boot Space
300 - 410 litres
115 litres
410 litres
Price
$64,700 - $158,000
$64,700
$158,000
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
32,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,262 mm
1,751 mm
1,408 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,262 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,751 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm |
| Load Capacity | 450 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 1995
Compression Ratio: 10.2
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N42b20 Vvt Eu4
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 206
Maximum Speed (mph): 128
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 143
Maximum Power (kW): 105
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1100
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 310
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 58
Front Track (mm): 1474
Overall Height (in): 55.4
Overall Height (mm): 1408
Overall Length (in): 167.8
Overall Length (mm): 4262
Overall Width (in): 68.9
Overall Width (mm): 1751
Rear Track (in): 58.4
Rear Track (mm): 1483
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 34.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10500
Wheelbase (in): 107.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2725
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.5
Front Headroom (mm): 977
Rear Headroom (in): 37.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 943
Front Hip Room (in): 56.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1436
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1432
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1388
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1354
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 670
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1477
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1840
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4057
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1390
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3064
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Footwell Lights: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Adjustment Head Restraint: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Adjustment Settings: 3
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Driver Mirror Cover: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Mirror Cover: yes
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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