Used BMW 318 2004 Black Automatic

Changes to the 2002 model year 318i sedan are more than skin deep, with a new generation four-cylinder engine that offers more power and torque, fewer emissions and a significant 14 percent improvement in fuel economy. The new 2.0-litre engine consumes an average of 7.2-litres per 100km as measured by the European combined city and highway test. The 318i is now 1.1 seconds faster in the sprint to 100km/h, reaching the benchmark speed in 9.3-seconds. The suspension has been retuned all round for a firmer, more sporting ride, thanks to stiffer rear axle bushes and a more direct ratio steering rack. There's also a new five-speed Steptronic automatic transmission with sequential manual.

A myriad of electronic traction systems are fitted as standard to help prevent the car going into a skid, for example in wet weather. These include the latest generation anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution and an electronic differential lock as well as dynamic brake control, the latter helping pull the car up more quickly under emergency braking situations. Corner braking control is another standard feature that helps to quell understeer or oversteer, essentially stopping the tail sliding or the nose running wide in faster corners. On the safety front there are eight airbags fitted as standard, two in the front, one each in the doors.