Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 3
Power
143HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
4.5l/100
Emissions
120g/km
0-100 km/h
9.4s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
1565kg
Price
34,150€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
460 L
61 L
105 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 318d Touring · 143 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The BMW 318d Touring of the E91 generation is the embodiment of an ideal: the perfect fusion between the versatility of a station wagon and the sporty soul that defines BMW. It is not just a car for traveling, it is an invitation to feel the road, a vehicle that promises efficiency without sacrificing an iota of the emotion expected when sitting behind its wheel.
Driving experience
Driving it is a deeply rewarding experience. The 143 hp diesel engine pushes with surprising force from low revs thanks to its 320 Nm of torque, and the six-speed manual gearbox is pure mechanical delight. But the real magic lies in its chassis and rear-wheel drive. It feels agile, balanced, and connected to the asphalt, carving each curve with a precision that makes you forget you're driving a practical station wagon. It's a car that communicates, that involves you in the driving, and rewards you with a smile on every journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an exercise in athletic elegance. The proportions are classic BMW, with a long hood and a set-back cabin that scream 'rear-wheel drive'. It's not an ostentatious design, but self-assured and timeless. Inside, the cabin embraces you. Everything is driver-oriented, with high-quality materials and ergonomics studied to the millimeter. It's a sober and functional space that isolates you from the outside world so you can focus on the only thing that matters: the pleasure of driving, without giving up a 460-liter trunk for real life.
Technology and features
The technology of this 3 Series is not measured by the size of its screens, but by the brilliance of its engineering. The engine, with common-rail direct injection, a variable-geometry turbo, and a Stop & Start system, was a feat of efficiency in its time, achieving consumption of just 4.5 liters. The chassis, with multi-link suspension and a near-perfect weight distribution, is a technological work of art focused on dynamism. It is technology at the service of the driving sensation, not distraction.
Competition
In its time, it faced giants like the Audi A4 Avant and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. While the Audi opted for Quattro all-wheel drive and an exquisite interior, and the Mercedes focused on supreme comfort, the BMW 318d Touring was the purist's choice. It was the only one that offered the purity of rear-wheel drive and an unparalleled driving feel in the segment, becoming the benchmark for those seeking a station wagon that was, above all, a true pleasure to drive.
Conclusion
The BMW 318d Touring is much more than a diesel station wagon. It is a testament to an era when the connection between man and machine was the fundamental pillar of automotive design. It represents the perfect balance between reason and emotion, everyday practicality and a passion for driving. It is a car with a heart, a travel companion that turns any routine into a small adventure and that, even today, remains an object of desire for true car enthusiasts.