BMW 316
The BMW 316 is a five-seat car measuring 4,329 mm in length. It is powered by four-cylinder engines with displacements ranging from 1,600 to 1,800 cc and achieves a top speed of 175 km/h. The hybrid diesel variant registered new in the EU/EEA in 2024 produced 133 g/km of CO₂ under WLTP testing conditions.
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (WLTP, EU/EEA 2024) | Hybrid (diesel) 133 g/km |
| Kerb weight (average for cars registered in Finland) | 1,043 kg |
| Displacement (engines) | 1,600–1,800 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 175 km/h |
| Length | 4,325 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,648 mm |
| Height | 1,376 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
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
European engine versions of the BMW 316 by displacement, from the Dutch register (RDW). 7 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 209 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 182 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 202 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 175 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | – | – | – |
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 194 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.
- What are the dimensions of the BMW 316?
- The BMW 316 is 4,325 mm long, 1,648 mm wide and 1,376 mm tall.
- How much does the BMW 316 weigh?
- The BMW 316 has a kerb weight of about 1,043 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the BMW 316?
- A new BMW 316 registered in the EU/EEA in 2024 emits 133 g/km of CO2 (WLTP, hybrid (diesel)).
- How many seats does the BMW 316 have?
- The BMW 316 has 5 seats.