BMW 318ti vs Ford Probe
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Ford Probe
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318ti | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1999 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 15.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp (best) | 118 hp |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft (best) | 127 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 15 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,778 lbs | 2,690 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 102.8 in |
| Length | 165.7 in | 178.7 in (best) |
| Width | 66.9 in | 69.8 in (best) |
| Height | 54.8 in (best) | 51.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318ti318ti | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 318ti | Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318ti $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | GT $0 MSRP |
BMW 318ti vs Ford Probe FAQ
- Which is better: 1999 BMW 318ti or 1997 Ford Probe?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 BMW 318ti vs 1997 Ford Probe on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1999 BMW 318ti or 1997 Ford Probe?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 BMW 318ti starts lower at $0.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1999 BMW 318ti or 1997 Ford Probe?
- The 1997 Ford Probe leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 1999 BMW 318ti or 1997 Ford Probe?
- The 1997 Ford Probe leads on horsepower in this comparison (164).