Is a 320i A E30?
Sophia Dalton
Published Jun 19, 2026
Is a 320i A E30?
At the launch of the E30 range, the six-cylinder models consisted of the 320i, which had a 2.0 L (122 cu in) version of the M20 producing 92 kW (123 bhp), and the 323i, with a 2.3 L (140 cu in) M20 producing 102 kW (137 bhp), both using Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection.
What engine does a BMW E30 320i have?
BMW 3 Series Sedan 4-door (E30) 320i (129 Hp) 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991 Specs
| General information | |
|---|---|
| Engine location | Front, Longitudinal |
| Engine Model/Code | M20B20 |
| Engine displacement | 1991 cm3 121.5 cu. in. |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
Is the BMW E30 reliable?
For $5k you should be able to get a nice, well cared for E30. Reliability on them, like almost all BMWs of the era, is very good….for a 24 year old or older car.
