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BMW 3 Series E36 (1990–2000): specs

BMW 3 Series E36 (1990–2000) photo
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The BMW 3 Series E36 is a sedan produced from 1990 to 2000. It is the 2nd of 6 generations of the 3 Series in our catalog.

Engines: 1.8 (318i) (M40B18, from 1993 — M43B18), 115 hp. Transmission: manual; rear-wheel drive. Length 4,433 mm, wheelbase 2,700 mm, fuel tank 65 L.

Facelift: 1996. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years1990–2000
Bodysedan
Engine1.8 (318i)
Engine codeM40B18, from 1993 — M43B18
Displacement1.8 L
Fuelpetrol
Power115 hp
Torque168 Nm
Transmissionmanual, 5-speed
Gearbox model5MT
Driverear-wheel drive
Length4,433 mm
Width1,698 mm
Height1,393 mm
Wheelbase2,700 mm
Fuel tank65 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
1.8 (318i)≈ 15,075 ₸≈ 10,552 ₸≈ 7,538 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 320i, 325i, 328i

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Age: the last cars were built in 2000, condition is everything

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 185/65R15, 205/60R15, 225/55R15, 225/60R15; bolt pattern 5x120. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the BMW 3 Series E36 have?

1.8 (318i), code M40B18, from 1993 — M43B18, 115 hp, 168 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

manual (5MT).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 65 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the BMW 3 Series E36 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 15,075 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

Other generations

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