BMW 8 series I (E31) Coupe-hard top All photos (7)
BMW 8 series I (E31) · Coupe-hard top · 1989–1999

BMW 8 series 840i 4.0 MT 286 HP

DieselManual, 6 gearsFront driveEuro 5
Power
136 hp · 100 kW
Torque
324 Nm
0–100 km/h
10.6 s
Top speed
200 km/h
Fuel consumption
4.7 l/100 km
On a full tank
~1,490 km
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Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
200 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
10.6 s
Fuel tank
70 l

Engine

D4FD · 1,685 cm³
Engine type
Diesel
Engine code
D4FD
Displacement
1,685 cm³
Max power
100 kW / 136 hp
Torque
324 Nm at 2500 rpm
Fuel system
Diesel, Common rail
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
77.2 mm
Stroke
90 mm
Compression ratio
17
Emission standard
Euro 5

Transmission

Drive
Front
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
6

Dimensions and capacity

Body code VF · class D
Body type
Estate (wagon)
Doors
5
Seats
5
Length
4,770 mm
Width
1,815 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Wheelbase
2,770 mm
Front track
1,591 mm
Rear track
1,597 mm
Ground clearance
140 mm
Kerb weight
1,570 kg
Max weight
2,120 kg
Boot space (min)
553 l
Boot space (max)
553 l
Turning circle
11 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Optional tyre sizes
215/50R17, 225/45R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA67.1 5x114.3
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring