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BMW 3-Series Saloon (98-05)
BMW 3-Series Saloon (98-05)
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Specs Overview

2wd
Auto
Petrol
4dr
Power (bhp)231 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph6.8 secs
Miles per tank401 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 35
Annual road tax £345 - £415 See all rates
Dimensions (mm)Length 4471mm X Width 1739mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new 3-Series Saloon 1998 and what is the overall running cost?

Insurance group35
Annual road tax £345 - £415 See all rates
Price when new£29,895
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of 3-Series Saloon 1998 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity63 litres
Weight1540kg
Length4471mm
Width1739mm
Height-
Wheelbase-
Turning Circle-
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of 3-Series Saloon 1998?

Power231 bhp
Top Speed153 mph
0-60 mph6.8 secs
Torque300 Nm
CO2 Emissions230 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
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Miles Per Tank401 miles
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Equipment list & trim options

Sport Basic equipment
  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Front electric windows
  • Space saver spare wheel
Sport Standard Equipment
  • Audio remote
  • Cruise control
  • Front fog lights
  • Heated mirrors
  • Rear electric windows
  • Sports seats
Sport Optional Equipment
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • Air conditioning
  • Alloy wheels
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • CD Multichanger
  • Central locking
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric sunroof
  • Headlight washers
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Metallic Paint
  • Parking sensors
  • Partial leather seat trim
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Remote locking
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of BMW 3-Series Saloon 1998?

Engine Size2979cc
Cylinders6
Valves24
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Gearbox5 Speed Auto
DrivetrainRear wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in BMW 3-Series Saloon 1998 and its boot size?

Doors4
Seats5
Luggage Capacity440 litres
Unbraked Towing Weight-
Braked Towing Weight-

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