The 3 series version 3.0 Introduced in 1990 BMW completely redesigned the old BMW 3 series (the e30) and came with the new and refreshing e36.The e36 had a long development period of 9 years (started july 1981) and when first entering the market they released 4 different models,the BMW 316i,BMW 318i (both with M40 4cylinder engines), BMW 320i and BMW 325i (both with M50 6cylinder engines). All as 4 door sedan versions.The 6 cylinder versions all had a new 24-valve 6-cylinder engine (M50/M51/M52), at that time available in the e34 5 series.In 1991 the 325td was introduced, and had a 6 cylinder engine with 115HP,later, in 1993, an intercooler was added to the engine and the 325tds was born.
The coupés were added from 1992, these sporty new 3 series blew away the competition with their smooth design and powerfull engines.The 318is, 320i and 325i coupé were available first. The 318is with it's M42 engine was a real high-rev sporty car and has 140HP,and had a nice sports-package available, preparing the audience for the BMW M3.
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