BMW 325 0–60 Times
The BMW 325 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 27 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production BMW 325 is the 2006 BMW 325 325i Sedan (Sport), which went from 0 to 60 mph in 6.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.70 seconds at 94.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production BMW 325 is the 1986 BMW 325 325e Sedan, which took 9.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 16.90 seconds at 79.0 mph, according to MotorWeek.
Across the 27 verified production tests of the BMW 325, the average 0–60 mph time is 7.80 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.89 seconds at 87.06 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the BMW 325, led by the 1996 BMW 325 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio at 6.00 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 6.10sec 2006 325i Sedan (Sport) · stock
Average 0–60 7.80sec Across 27 production runs
Fastest Modified 6.00sec 1996 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.89sec @ 87.1 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.30sec 1986 325e Sedan
Across 27 verified production runs, the BMW 325 ranges from 6.10 to 9.30 seconds 0–60, with a 7.80-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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BMW 325 Performance Overview
Across 28 independently verified tests spanning 1983 to 2006, the BMW 325 traces a steady performance arc through four 3 Series generations. Early E30-era cars used naturally aspirated M20 inline-six engines ranging from 121 to 168 hp, with the 1983 325e Coupe recording 9.0 seconds to 60 mph and the 1986 325e Sedan posting the model line's slowest 9.3-second run. By the end of the E30 period, the 1988 325is Coupe cut that to 7.1 seconds, establishing the basic six-cylinder, rear-drive formula that defined the badge throughout its run.
The E36 years brought a clear step forward. With M50 2.5-liter power rising to 189 hp in standard form, the 1992 325i Sedan reached 60 mph in 6.9 seconds, while the modified 1996 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio set the all-time best at 6.0 seconds and covered the quarter-mile in 14.4 seconds at 95.9 mph. E46 production cars then settled into a narrower band, led by the 2004 325i Sedan (Sport) at 7.0 seconds.
By the final E90 tests in 2006, the 325 had moved to the naturally aspirated N52B30 at 215 hp. The current-generation best for this nameplate is the 6.1-second 2006 325i Sedan (Sport), placing the 325 at the close of its production span as a gasoline-only six-cylinder model with its quickest factory acceleration yet.
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BMW 325 0–60 Times by Generation: E30 to E90
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E90 | 2006–2013 | 6.53s | 6.10s — 2006 325i Sedan (Sport) | 3 | The E90 generation (2006–2013) averaged 6.53 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2006 325i Sedan (Sport) at 6.10 seconds. Output was 215 hp across 3.0L I-6 configurations. |
| E46 | 1997–2006 | 7.58s | 7.00s — 2004 325i Sedan (Sport) | 5 | The E46 generation (1997–2006) averaged 7.58 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2004 325i Sedan (Sport) at 7.00 seconds. Output was 184 hp across 2.5L I-6 configurations. |
| E36 | 1990–1999 | 7.83s | 6.90s — 1992 325i Sedan | 7 | The E36 generation (1990–1999) averaged 7.83 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1992 325i Sedan at 6.90 seconds. Output ranged from 189 to 300 hp across 2.5L I-6, 3.0L I-6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
| E30 | 1982–1994 | 8.19s | 7.10s — 1988 325is Coupe | 12 | The E30 generation (1982–1994) averaged 8.19 seconds to 60 mph across 12 production tests, led by the 1988 325is Coupe at 7.10 seconds. Output ranged from 121 to 168 hp across 2.5L I-6, 2.7L I-6 configurations. |
E90 2006–2013
Avg 0–60 6.53s
Fastest 6.10s
Tests 3
2006 325i Sedan (Sport)
The E90 generation (2006–2013) averaged 6.53 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2006 325i Sedan (Sport) at 6.10 seconds. Output was 215 hp across 3.0L I-6 configurations.
E46 1997–2006
Avg 0–60 7.58s
Fastest 7.00s
Tests 5
2004 325i Sedan (Sport)
The E46 generation (1997–2006) averaged 7.58 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2004 325i Sedan (Sport) at 7.00 seconds. Output was 184 hp across 2.5L I-6 configurations.
E36 1990–1999
Avg 0–60 7.83s
Fastest 6.90s
Tests 7
1992 325i Sedan
The E36 generation (1990–1999) averaged 7.83 seconds to 60 mph across 7 production tests, led by the 1992 325i Sedan at 6.90 seconds. Output ranged from 189 to 300 hp across 2.5L I-6, 3.0L I-6 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
E30 1982–1994
Avg 0–60 8.19s
Fastest 7.10s
Tests 12
1988 325is Coupe
The E30 generation (1982–1994) averaged 8.19 seconds to 60 mph across 12 production tests, led by the 1988 325is Coupe at 7.10 seconds. Output ranged from 121 to 168 hp across 2.5L I-6, 2.7L I-6 configurations.
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BMW 325 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
27 production tests + 1 modified · 13 years ▾
2006 BMW 325
3 production runs Avg 0–60 6.53 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.03 sec
Production Tests 3
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2006 BMW 325 325i Sedan (Sport)
6.10sec 0–60
14.70s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 6.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 94.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L I-6
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 215 hp
- Torque
- 185 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,360 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 15.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 18 C / 28 H / 25 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 27 production runs
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2006 BMW 325 325xi Sedan (Sport)
6.50sec 0–60
15.00s ¼ mi @ 91.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 6.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.4 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L I-6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 215 hp
- Torque
- 185 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,571 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 16.6 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 17 C / 26 H / 16.7 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Road & Track
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 27 production runs
#04
2006 BMW 325 325xi Sports Wagon (Sport)
7.00sec 0–60
15.40s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 7.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 15.40 sec
- Trap Speed
- 91.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L I-6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6M
- Horsepower
- 215 hp
- Torque
- 185 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,590 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 16.7 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 17 C / 26 H / 20 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Wagon
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 27 production runs
How we verify BMW 325 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same BMW 325 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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BMW 325 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
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BMW 325 performance FAQs
11 questions For 2006, the quickest BMW 325 is the 325i Sedan (Sport) at 6.1 seconds from 0-60 mph. The 325xi Sedan (Sport) runs 6.5 seconds, and the 325xi Sports Wagon (Sport) does it in 7.0 seconds. Across all 2006 BMW 325 tests, output is 215 hp and 185 lb-ft from the N52B30.
The quickest BMW 325 on record is the 1996 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio, which reaches 60 mph in 6.0 seconds and runs the quarter-mile in 14.4 seconds at 95.9 mph. That car is listed as heavily modified, so it is the fastest overall BMW 325 but not the fastest stock example.
The fastest stock BMW 325 on record is the 2006 325i Sedan (Sport), with a 0-60 time of 6.1 seconds. It also covers the quarter-mile in 14.7 seconds at 94 mph. That makes it the quickest production-spec 325 in the test history, ahead of the 2006 325xi Sedan (Sport) at 6.5 seconds.
Across 28 BMW 325 tests, the average 0-60 time is 7.74 seconds. The average quarter-mile is 15.84 seconds at 87.4 mph. The range is wide, from the quickest overall run at 6.0 seconds to the slowest at 9.3 seconds, showing how much performance varies by generation and trim.
The E90-generation BMW 325, sold from 2006 to 2013, averages 6.53 seconds from 0-60 mph across 3 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 6.1 seconds by the 2006 325i Sedan (Sport). That makes the E90 the fastest BMW 325 generation on average among the tested versions.
The E46 BMW 325, covering 1997 to 2006, averages 7.58 seconds from 0-60 mph across 5 tests. Its quickest recorded example is the 2004 325i Sedan (Sport) at 7.0 seconds. In this group, power is consistently listed at 184 hp, and all recorded versions are naturally aspirated gasoline models.
The E30 BMW 325, sold from 1982 to 1994, averages 8.19 seconds from 0-60 mph across 12 tests. The fastest E30 325 on record is the 1988 325is Coupe at 7.1 seconds. Recorded horsepower ranges from 121 to 168, with naturally aspirated gasoline engines throughout the generation.
The fastest E36 BMW 325 on record is the 1996 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio at 6.0 seconds from 0-60 mph. Across 8 E36 tests, the generation averages 7.6 seconds. Because that 6.0-second car is heavily modified, it represents the quickest E36 overall rather than the quickest stock E36.
In 2006 form, the rear-wheel-drive 325i Sedan (Sport) is quicker than the all-wheel-drive 325xi Sedan (Sport). The 325i reaches 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, while the 325xi takes 6.5 seconds. The 325i also leads in the quarter-mile, running 14.7 seconds at 94 mph versus 15.0 seconds at 91.4 mph.
The 2006 325xi Sedan (Sport) is quicker than the 325xi Sports Wagon (Sport). The sedan reaches 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, while the wagon takes 7.0 seconds. In the quarter-mile, the sedan runs 15.0 seconds at 91.4 mph, compared with 15.4 seconds at 91 mph for the wagon.
Across 28 BMW 325 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 15.84 seconds at 87.4 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record is 14.4 seconds at 95.9 mph by the 1996 325i Racing Dynamics K30.4 Cabrio. Among stock cars, the 2006 325i Sedan (Sport) posts a 14.7-second pass at 94 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a BMW 325 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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