So I raced this brand new 323i last night. They driver was some young kid trying to be cool or something. He was riding my A$$ for a while, but I didn't do anything. THen I hit a red light and he pulls up to my right. THe light turns and I start normal but he floors it. So I punch the gas and once I hit second I put a car 1/2 on him so I slowed down. He was pissed (I think his girl was in the car) so he speed past me and cut me off! I'm not sure if it was a good kill, but hey. Does anyone know the stats on a 04-05 323i??

 

I believe the BMW 323i is 170HP.

Todd

 

don't brag about beating that car. and anyways it is just some stupid kid.

 

Ok, I wasn't bragging. I just thought it was funny. THE kid was being an a$$ so he got what he deserved. Can anyone post anything without someone putting them down or just being a *****. Lighten up!

 

i think it's funny.

 

prolly some rich kid whose mommy and daddy bought him the car and told him to be good. if he had a girl with him, she was probably like, "OOH. thats a NICE car. thats what i want. a REAL car and not this matchbox." HAHA

 

did not mean to be a *****. all i am saying is that kid will probably race anything and then splat into a bridge.

 

yeah... nothing to brag about! LOL


Base Retail * $28,795
Base Invoice â€* $26,425
New Car Blue Book‡ $27,218

GENERAL INFO
Country of Assembly Germany
Country of Origin Germany
EPA Class Compact
Body Style Sedan
Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5

POWERTRAIN
Engine Code / Name -
VIN -
Cylinders 6
Displacement 2.5
Bore x Stroke 3.31 x 2.95
Compression Ratio 10.5
Fuel Type G
Fuel Induction EFI
Valve Train DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder 4
Total Number Valves 24
Horsepower 184 @ 6000 RPM
Torque 175 @ 3500 RPM
Max Eng. Speed -
Transmission 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
EPA City 20 MPG
EPA Hwy 29 MPG

SAFETY
Airbag Driver
Passenger
Side
Head
Child Door Locks Standard
Child Seat Anchors Standard
Integrated Child Seat Not Available
Alarm System Optional
Engine Immobilizer Not Available

CRASH TEST
Driver Front 4 of 5 stars
Passenger Front 5 of 5 stars
Front Side 3 of 5 stars
Rear Side 5 of 5 stars
Rollover Rating 4 of 5 stars

DIMENSIONS
Head Room: Front 38.4 inches
Head Room: Rear 37.5 inches
Leg Room: Front 41.4 inches
Leg Room: Rear 34.6 inches
Shoulder Rm: Front 54.4 inches
Shoulder Rm: Rear 54.2 inches
EPA Passenger 90.8 cu.ft.
EPA Trunk or Cargo 10.7 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior -

WARRANTY
Basic 4 years or
50000 miles
Powertrain 4 years or
50000 miles
Corrosion/Rust Thru 6 years or
Unlimited miles

FEATURES
2W Anti-Lock Brakes Not Available
4W Anti-Lock Brakes Standard
Front Air Conditioning Standard
Front & Rear Air Conditioning Not Available
Cruise Control Standard
AM/FM Radio Standard
Cassette Optional
Compact Disc Standard
CD Changer Optional
Premium Radio Optional
DVD Entertainment System Not Available
Cup Holder Standard
Leather Optional
Navigation System Optional
Privacy Glass Not Available
Hands Free Phone Not Available
Power Locks Standard
Power Outlets Not Available
Power Mirrors Standard
Remote Mirrors Not Available
Power Seat Not Available
Dual Power Seats Optional
Folding Rear Seat Optional
Moon Roof Optional
Sun Roof Not Available
Remote Keyless Entry Standard
Luggage Rack Not Available
Rear Window Defroster Standard
Tilt Wheel Standard
Tachometer Standard
Traction Control Standard
Power Windows Standard
Upgraded Wheels Optional
Power Steering Standard

SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Base 107.3 inches
Overall Length 176.0 inches
Width 68.5 inches
Height 55.7 inches
Curb Weight 3307 lbs.
3219 lbs.
Tires / Wheel Size P205/55HR16
P225/45WR17
Rear Tires / Wheel Size -
Spare Tire Full
Wheel Type Alloy
Turning Radius 34.4
Brakes: Front ABS
Disc
Brakes: Rear ABS
Disc
Fuel Capacity 16.6
Axle Ratio 3.46
3.15
Ground Clearance -
GVWR -
Maximum Towing NR
Transfer Case -
Payload Base Capacity -
Truck Bed Volume -

 

jdaniel, i agree with those numbers for a 325i, but this is a 323i. i think those have about 150 hp and are 4-bangers

 

ok... this is the only info I could find on a 323i and its a sports wagon. Still a V6

PERFORMANCE: In many ways, an inline six-cylinder engine is the perfect engine, with excellent smoothness because of its design. Its length is not a drawback in a front-engined, rear-wheel drive car like a BMW. Although it makes other engine types, BMW has been known for its inline sixes since the 1930s. The 2.5-liter powerplant in the 323i wagon is an ultramodern interpretation of this classic design, with variable valve timing on both of its overhead camshafts, aluminum alloy construction, a dual resonance intake system, and direct ignition. The 323i wagon doesn't have the ferocious power of the larger, more expensive 540i sport wagon, but with 170 horsepower at 5500 rpm and 181 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm, it is energetic and willing. Although a five-speed automatic is offered, the standard five-speed manual is the perfect gearbox for the car, with good ratios and fast, smooth shift action.

CONCLUSIONS: Have your cake and eat it too with the BMW 323i sport wagon. It offers the space and versatility of a small SUV and the performance and handling expected of a BMW sports sedan.

SPECIFICATIONS
2000 BMW 323i Sport Wagon

Base Price $ 29,200
Price As Tested $ 32,945
Engine Type 24-valve dual overhead cam inline
6-cylinder with stepless variable
valve timing on both camshafts
Engine Size 2.5 liters / 152 cu. in.
Horsepower 170 @ 5500 rpm
Torque (lb-ft) 181 @ 3500 rpm
Transmission 5-speed manual (5-speed automatic available)
Wheelbase / Length 107.3 in. / 176.3 in.
Curb Weight 3351 lbs.
Pounds Per Horsepower 19.7
Fuel Capacity 16.6 gal.
Fuel Requirement unleaded premium, 92 octane
Tires P225/45 ZR17 Bridgestone Turanza
Brakes, front/rear vented disc / vented disc, antilock standard
Suspension, front/rear independent strut with aluminum
lower arms, coil springs /
independent multilink, coils springs
Drivetrain front engine, rear-wheel drive

PERFORMANCE
EPA Fuel Economy - miles per gallon
city / highway / observed 20 / 29 / 23
0 to 60 mph 7.6 sec
Coefficient of Drag (cd) 0.33

OPTIONS AND CHARGES
Fern green metallic paint $ 475
Sport package – includes: 17x8.0 alloy wheels,
225/45 R 17 tires, sport suspension, leather
multifunction sport steering wheel, 10-way
adjustable front sport seats, foglights, cruise control,
heated exterior mirrors and washer jets $ 1,700
Wood trim $ 500
On-board computer $ 300
AM/FM/CD player $ 200
Destination charge $ 570