BMW E36/5, Body
3-Series
| Body brand | E36/5 |
| Body type | hatchback 3 doors |
| Number of doors | 3 |
| Body dimensions (L x W x H), mm | 4209 x 1700 x 1389 |
| Number of seats | 4 |
| Number of seat rows | 2 |
| Ground clearance (ride height) | 130 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Front track width | 1,420 mm |
| Rear track width | 1,420 mm |
| Weight | 1,190 kg |
| Fuel tank volume | 65 l |
| Country of assembly | Germany |
| Steering wheel | Left |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson-type shock-absorbing strut |
| Rear suspension | Independent, on oblique levers |
| Front brakes | Disk |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
| Front tires | 195/65 R15 |
| Rear tires | 195/65 R15 |