BMW 3 Series 3 Series Coupe (E46, facelift 2003)

BMW - 3 Series Coupe (E46, facelift 2003)

Details-
BrandBMW
Model3 Series
Generation3 Series Coupe (E46, facelift 2003)
Modification330Cd (204 Hp) Steptronic
Start Of Production2003 year
End Of Production2005 year

Performance

Specs-
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh7.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph7.4 sec
Max Speed235 km/h 146.02 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.32

Body & Dimensions

Specs-
Body TypeCoupe
Seats5
Doors2
Length4488 mm 176.69 in.
Width1757 mm 69.17 in.
Width Including Mirrors1947 mm 76.65 in.
Height1369 mm 53.9 in.
Wheelbase2725 mm 107.28 in.
Front Track1471 mm 57.91 in.
Rear Track1483 mm 58.39 in.
Min Turning Circle10.5 m 34.45 ft.

Fuel Consumption

Specs-
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc10.6 l/100 km 22.19 US mpg 26.65 UK mpg 9.43 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc6.1 l/100 km 38.56 US mpg 46.31 UK mpg 16.39 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc7.7 l/100 km 30.55 US mpg 36.69 UK mpg 12.99 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc206 g/km
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 3

Engine & Transmission

Specs-
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power204 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre68.2 Hp/l
Torque410 Nm @ 1500 rpm. 302.4 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM57D30TU
Engine Displacement2993 cm3 182.64 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio17:1
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity7 l 7.4 US qt | 6.16 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-01 5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-04
Coolant10.2 l 10.78 US qt | 8.97 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionWishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Trailing arm, Coil spring

Brakes

Specs-
Front BrakesVentilated discs, 325 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated discs, 320 mm
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size225/45 R17
Wheel Rims Size8J x 17

Weight & Capacity

Specs-
Weight To Power Ratio7.6 kg/Hp, 131.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.8 kg/Nm, 263.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1555 kg 3428.19 lbs.
Max Weight2055 kg 4530.5 lbs.
Max Load500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum410 l 14.48 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity63 l 16.64 US gal | 13.86 UK gal
Max Roof Load75 kg 165.35 lbs.