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BMW
E36 318ti
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.
horsepower
140
WEIGHT KG
1,255
Power to Weight
0.11
CURRENT VALUE
$12,995
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
Compare to
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 | -0.85s | +0.68% | |||
| 1:56.0 | Ridge Motorsports Park (Current) | Light | 28 May, 2025 | 28 Jun, 2025 | +0.92s | -0.83% | |||
| 8:46.0 | Nürburgring (BTG) | Medium | 26 Jun, 2019 | 19 Feb, 2025 | +16.67s | -3.38% | |||
| 2:46.0 | Suzuka Circuit | Medium | 03 Jan, 2021 | 08 Mar, 2022 | +7.46s | -4.85% | |||
| 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 | — | — | |||
| 2:34.1 | Road America (Current) | Race | 19 Oct, 2023 | 27 Dec, 2023 | — | — | |||
| 2:44.4 | Autobahn Country Club (Full Circuit) | Race | 24 Aug, 2022 | 31 Jan, 2024 | — | — | |||
| 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 | — | — | |||
| 1:55.0 | Sentul International Circuit | Race | 06 Nov, 2021 | 25 Nov, 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 | — | — | |||
| 2:16.8 | Lausitzring (GP Circuit) | Race | 14 Jul, 2018 | 18 Mar, 2025 | — | — |
Modified Cars
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Aaron Morgan Racing | Race | — | 100 AR-1 | 195/50/15 | -5.6s |
| 1998 | TI_GUY | Race | 140 | 1 DH Slick | 285/30/18 | +2.47s |
| 1998 (w/PrimacyM) | adam s | Medium | — | 500 Primacy Mxv4 | — | +5.05s |
| 1999 (silasbonar/ Race) | silasbonar46 | Race | 140 | — | — | +6.78s |
| 1998 | tbazsi95 | Race | 140 | 200 Ventus RS4 | 225/45/17 | +7.17s |
| 1999 (thmotorsport/Slicks) | ThMotorsport9093 | Race | 140 | 40 Ventus F200 | 225/45/17 / 245/40/17 | +10.97s |
| 1999 (schubi/Race) | schubi1301 | Race | 140 | — | — | +11s |
| 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 | — | — | — | — |