BMW 316
The BMW 316 is a four-seat sedan powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine producing 85 kW. It measures 4,329 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,036 kg, allowing it to reach a top speed of 175 km/h.
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Body type | Sedan |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Engine power | 90 kW (121 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 135 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,735 kg |
| Displacement | 1,905 cc |
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
| Length | 4,330 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,650 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the BMW 316 in 2025 (5 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of BMW 316 cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Italy | 4 |
| Belgium | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the BMW 316 (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 175 km/h | – | – |
| 2.5 l · 6-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 77% of BMW 316s pass their MOT test first time, based on 11,628 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the BMW 316 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the BMW 316?
- The BMW 316 has a rated top speed of 175 km/h.
- How much power does the BMW 316 have?
- The BMW 316 produces 90 kW (121 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the BMW 316?
- The BMW 316 is 4,330 mm long, 1,650 mm wide.
- How much does the BMW 316 weigh?
- The BMW 316 has a kerb weight of about 1,735 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the BMW 316?
- The BMW 316 emits 135 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the BMW 316 have?
- The BMW 316 has 5 seats.