1996 BMW 318iBmw 318i 1996

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1996 BMW 318i, manufacturered by Bmw Manufacturer Corporation / Bmw North America.
The vehicle is described as a Rear-Wheel Drive Subcompact Cars Minicompact.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
BMW4US WBA WBS Premium
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
19 - 20 MPG28 - 29 MPG386.39 - 403.95 g/mile
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Sub-models: - 318i/is - 318i/318is - 318i Convertible -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1996 BMW 318i?
     - The 1996 BMW 318i has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 19 - 20 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 28 - 29 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1996 BMW 318i?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1996 BMW 318i can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW 318i?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1996 BMW 318i is $3000.
  • Where is the 1996 BMW 318i produced?
     - The 1996 BMW 318i is produced in Greer Sc, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1996 BMW 318i?
     - There are 1 recall(s) for the 1996 BMW 318i, additional information is below.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 1.9L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 1.9L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 16187 [USA]: This could cause the throttle valve to remain partially open. it his were to occur, the car might not decelerate as expected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 318i/318is

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3000
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Vehicle record id12561
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)9
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)318i/318is
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)82
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)86
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 139.7436
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 318i/318is

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Vehicle record id12562
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)9
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)10
    Model name (carline)318i/318is
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)82
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)86
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classSubcompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Automatic 4-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 318i Convertible

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 113.5232
    City mpg for fuel type 1,19
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)3000
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,28
    Vehicle record id12535
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)9
    Model name (carline)318i Convertible
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)74
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 124.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 139.7436
    EPA vehicle size classMinicompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-5250
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013

  • Manual 5-spd Rear-Wheel Drive 318i Convertible

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.9
    Drive axle typeRear-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12037
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2900
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Premium
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Premium Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Vehicle record id12536
    2 door luggage volume (cubic feet)9
    Model name (carline)318i Convertible
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    2-door passenger volume (cubic feet)74
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 140.0
    EPA vehicle size classMinicompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-4750
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • B510819 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
  • 12 15 96 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Rough idle
  • 12 15 96 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: M44 misfire faults 50, 51, 52 or 53. *tw
  • 54/09/96 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Sunroof fails to close. *tw
  • 65/17/96 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Whining noise during cd operation. *tw
  • 12/15/96 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: M44 misfire faults 50, 51, 52 or 53. *tw
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20030507

When the consumer shifted gears, the gear went into neutral. *jb replaced manual transmission and throw-out bearing due to excessive wear . *tt

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20020430

Consumer states while driving approximately 40mph, she hit a cement wall and the airbags did not deploy.*jb vehicle totalled and consumer was injured.. *tt

CrashNoN NoneNone19990815

While driving 70 mph, the vehicle pulled to the left and lost control. Hit an embankment. Upon impact, driver's and passenger's airbags did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this crash. Please provide further information. *ak

For a complete list of all consumer complaints and OBD II codes, see the Complaints page

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