BMW 318 1993-2000 used car review

The 318ti is a great small car to drive, with sharp handling.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 2.7 out of 5

The good

Sporty and fun with rear-wheel drive handling
Engine gives reasonable performance
Durable feel to interior

The not-so-good

Very thirsty for a small car
Small rear seat best only for two

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

1999 BMW 318ti Selection

Price

$1,500 to $5,200

Engine

1.9-litre six-cylinder, 106kW and 180Nm

Transmission

Four-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

Two-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

Every 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver wheel

Fuel economy

10.2-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4210mm

Width

1698mm

Height

1393mm

Towing capacity

620kg (unbraked, 1300kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.4m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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