1991 BMW 318i

$34,990
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$35K–$35K
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Avg Mileage75,000 mi
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BMW 318i Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

With 1 recalls and 9 complaints, the 1991 BMW 318i rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
9
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
91V0540001991-10-04
AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER

DURING TESTING, INCORRECTLY INSTALLED DRIVER-SIDE KNEE BOLSTER PREVENTED STEERING COLUMN FROM MOVING FORWARD AS DESIGNED TO ABSORB IMPACT ENERGY FROM DRIVER DUMMY.

CHEST DECELERATION EXCEEDS MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LIMIT WHICHRESULTS IN INCREASED RISK OF OCCUPANT INJURY IN A SUDDEN STOP OR ACCIDENT.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1991 BMW 318i's biggest weak point? ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. It leads 9 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine And Engine Cooling4
02Unknown Or Other2
03Seat Belts1
04Air Bags1
05Electrical System1
9 total across 1 model years (1991–1991)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW 318i Fuel Economy

19–21mpg combined
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17-19city
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23-25hwy
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$3,900-$4,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 1991 BMW 318i ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
318is - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city25 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
318is Convertible - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city24 hwy~$3,900/yr-1/10 Poor
318i - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1991 BMW 318i

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Buying a 1991 BMW 318i?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1991 BMW 318i a good car to buy?

The 1991 BMW 318i has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine and engine cooling, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1991 BMW 318i?

There are 1 documented recall for the 1991 BMW 318i. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1991 BMW 318i?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $263 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1991 BMW 318i?

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING is the number-one complaint area for the 1991 BMW 318i, based on 9 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1991 compare to other BMW 318i years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across BMW 318i model years. Visit the BMW 318i buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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