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Notes
The BMW E36 318ti is a compact hatchback version of the E36 3 Series, produced between 1994 and 2000. It features a shortened chassis with a distinctive rear-end design, often referred to as the "Compact" or "Ti" (Touring International). It is powered by a range of inline-four engines, primarily the M42B18 and later the M44B19, delivering a lightweight and agile driving experience. Known for its sharp handling and practicality, the 318ti was available with both manual and automatic transmissions and offered trim levels such as Base, Active, and Sport, with optional M-Tech packages for enhanced styling and performance. It retains many core E36 design elements but stands out as a unique offering in the BMW lineup.
OEM Specs
engine Description
1.8L NA I4 (M42B18 )
drive Type
RWD
0-60 MPH
9.9 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
209
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$23,300
gearbox
5-SPEED MANUAL
torque
179 N.M
Model Years
1994-2001
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2 builds
Tires
Dunlop Direzza1
Suspension
Spirit Coilovers1· AP Suspension1
Brakes
BMW E46 330i Brake Upgrade1
Intake/Exhaust
Supersprint Race Exhaust1· BMW E46 M3 Catalytic Converter1
Drivetrain
ATS Differential1
Other
Spirit Harmonic Drive1
Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:11.9 | Hungaroring | Medium | 01 Jan, 2017 | 16 May, 2026 | +0.75s | -0.59% | |||
| 1:55.0 | Sentul International Circuit | Race | 06 Nov, 2021 | 25 Nov, 2024 | +0.77s | -0.71% | |||
| 2:16.8 | Lausitzring (GP Circuit) | Race | 14 Jul, 2018 | 18 Mar, 2025 | +3.92s | -3.03% | |||
| 8:46.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Medium | 26 Jun, 2019 | 19 Feb, 2025 | +23.45s | -4.69% | |||
| 2:46.0 | Suzuka Circuit | Medium | 03 Jan, 2021 | 08 Mar, 2022 | +12.26s | -7.58% | |||
| 2:05.0 | Snetterton Circuit (300) | Race | 15 Apr, 2018 | 30 Jan, 2026 | — | — | |||
| 1:18.5 | Blackhawk Farms Raceway | Race | 19 Aug, 2023 | 31 Jan, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 2:44.4 | Autobahn Country Club (Full Circuit) | Race | 24 Aug, 2022 | 31 Jan, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 2:34.1 | Road America (Current) | Race | 19 Oct, 2023 | 27 Dec, 2023 | — | — | |||
| 2:22.2 | NCM Motorsports Park-National Corvette Museum (Mulsanne Chicane) | Heavy | 18 Apr, 2025 | 12 Aug, 2025 | — | — | |||
| 2:36.5 | Road America (Current) | Race | 12 May, 2023 | 17 Mar, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 1:28.2 | Euroring | Race | 05 May, 2024 | 08 May, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 2:54.4 | Ozark International Raceway | Race | 18 Jul, 2022 | 05 Nov, 2023 | — | — | |||
| 2:06.0 | Circuit Zandvoort | Race | 18 Jun, 2020 | 15 Jan, 2025 | — | — |
Top Modified E36 318ti
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Aaron Morgan Racing | Race | — | 100 AR-1 | 195/50/15 | -5.29s |
| 1998 | TI_GUY | Race | 140 | 40 DH Slick | 285/30/18 | +2.71s |
| 1998 (w/PrimacyM) | adam s | Medium | — | 500 Primacy Mxv4 | — | +5.05s |
| 1998 | tbazsi95 | Race | 140 | 200 Ventus RS4 | 225/45/17 | +6.7s |
| 1999 (silasbonar/ Race) | silasbonar46 | Race | 140 | — | — | +6.78s |
| 1999 (thmotorsport/Slicks) | ThMotorsport9093 | Race | 140 | 40 Ventus F200 | 225/45/17 / 245/40/17 | +11.68s |
| 2001 (LukasGrabow/Mid) | Lukas Grabow | Medium | 140 | — | — | +12.39s |
| 1998 (w/Direzza Z3) | スポーツカーの車窓から | Medium | 140 | 200 Direzza ZII Star Spec | 215/45/17 | — |
| 1998 | Martinelli Motorsports Inc. | Race | — | — | — | — |
| 1994 | SuperCritical | Light | 170 | 5 Amivan | 215/45/17 | — |