The BMW 325i was a variant of the E36 BMW 3 Series introduced for the 1992 model year. The 325i was powered by the 2.5L inline six BMW M50 engine, producing 189hp. This engine was paired to manual or automatic transmission options. When it was introduced, the 325i was the top non-BMW M offering for the E36 3 Series, and was available in sedan, convertible, and coupe body styles. Coupe and convertible variants are often referred to as 325ic, while the higher trimmed 325is was also available. The main variants of the E36 325i were: Sedan - Manual, Sedan - Automatic, Coupe - Manual, Coupe - Automatic, Convertible - Manual, and Convertible - Automatic. Production of the E36 BMW 325i lasted until 1995, with the BMW E36 328i taking its place as the top standard variant.