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BMW 5 series I (E12) Facelift · Sedan · 1976–1981

BMW 5 series 518i 1.8 AT 100 HP

DieselManual, 5 gearsFront driveEuro 4
Power
80 hp · 59 kW
Torque
182 Nm
0–100 km/h
14.0 s
Top speed
170 km/h
Fuel consumption
4.8 l/100 km
On a full tank
~940 km
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
170 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
14 s
Fuel tank
45 l

Engine

D3EA · 1,493 cm³
Engine type
Diesel
Engine code
D3EA
Displacement
1,493 cm³
Max power
59 kW / 80 hp
Torque
182 Nm at 2000 rpm
Fuel system
Diesel, Common rail
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
3
Valves per cylinder
3
Valvetrain
SOHC
Bore
83 mm
Stroke
92 mm
Compression ratio
17.7
Emission standard
Euro 4

Transmission

Drive
Front
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code TB · class B
Body type
Hatchback
Doors
3
Seats
5
Length
3,810 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Wheelbase
2,455 mm
Front track
1,450 mm
Rear track
1,440 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Kerb weight
1,050 kg
Max weight
1,575 kg
Boot space (min)
254 l
Boot space (max)
977 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
175/65/R14
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA54.1 4x100
Wheel fasteners
Nuts M12x1.5
Wheel tightening torque
88-108 Nm
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring