BMW 8 Series E31 facelift (1994–1997)

BMW 8 Series 850csi

E31 facelift (1994–1997), 1995–1997. Gasoline · 5.4 L · 375 hp · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 5.9 s and top speed 155 mph.

E31 facelift (1994–1997) 1995 - 1997
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.4 L
Horsepower
375
Torque
406 lb-ft
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
5.9 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
2040 lbs
Wheelbase
2720 mm
Dimensions
4872 × 1900 × 1346 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
11.0 / 17.0 / 13.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 4
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4872 mm
Width 1900 mm
Height 1346 mm
Wheelbase 2720 mm
Front track 62 mm
Rear track 62 mm
Wheel size 235/50ZR16 front, 255/45ZR16 rear

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 21.1 gal
Curb weight 2040 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 5.4 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 375 hp
Torque 406 lb-ft
Cylinders 12
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Multi-point fuel injection
Compression ratio 8.8
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 6-speed manual
Gears 6
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 5.9 s
Fuel economy city 11.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 17.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 13.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent strut
Rear suspension Independent multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Ventilated discs

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