[4][5] It also features a dual length intake manifold[6] ("DISA"), to provide torque across a wider rev range.

[8] There was also a natural gas-powered version of this car (also able to run on petrol) for the 1995 BMW 316g Compact.

It produces 85 kW (114 hp) and 124 lb⋅ft (168 N⋅m) and uses the Bosch Motronic 1.7.1 fuel injection system.

[8] There was also a less powerful natural gas-powered version of this car (also able to run on petrol) for the BMW 518g Touring (E34).

It produces up to 87 kW (117 hp) and 180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft), and uses BMW's BMS 46 engine management system.