The M3 model has an impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, which is equivalent to 0-62 mph in the same time frame. It has a maximum speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph), electronically limited. The car's aerodynamic design is showcased by its low drag coefficient of 0.32.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
5.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
5.5 sec
Max Speed
250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.32
Body & Dimensions
The BMW M3 is a high-performance sedan with a length of 4433 mm, width of 1696 mm, and height of 1365 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2710 mm, front track of 1422 mm, and rear track of 1438 mm. It is a 4-door sedan with 5 seats.
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4433 mm 174.53 in.
Width
1696 mm 66.77 in.
Height
1365 mm 53.74 in.
Wheelbase
2710 mm 106.69 in.
Front Track
1422 mm 55.98 in.
Rear Track
1438 mm 56.61 in.
Fuel Consumption
The BMW M3 is a high-performance sedan with a fuel-efficient engine. It has a combined fuel consumption of 11 liters per 100 kilometers, with a CO2 emission of 275 grams per kilometer. It runs on petrol and meets the Euro 2 emission standard.
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Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc
16.9 l/100 km 13.92 US mpg 16.71 UK mpg 5.92 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc
7.5 l/100 km 31.36 US mpg 37.66 UK mpg 13.33 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc
11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg 25.68 UK mpg 9.09 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc
275 g/km
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
Euro 2
Engine & Transmission
The car specs indicate a high-performance sports car with a naturally aspirated inline-6 engine producing 321 hp and 350 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The car features a sophisticated suspension system and offers excellent handling capabilities.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
321 Hp @ 7400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
100.3 Hp/l
Torque
350 Nm @ 3250 rpm. 258.15 lb.-ft. @ 3250 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
S50B32
Engine Displacement
3201 cm3 195.34 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86.4 mm 3.4 in.
Piston Stroke
91 mm 3.58 in.
Compression Ratio
11.3
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC, Double-VANOS
Engine Oil Capacity
7 l 7.4 US qt | 6.16 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-60 / API SN 10W-60 / ACEA A3
Coolant
10.75 l 11.36 US qt | 9.46 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
The car specs indicate a well-equipped vehicle with ventilated disc brakes on all wheels, power steering, and stability control. The tires are sized for performance, and the wheels are relatively large, suggesting a focus on handling and aesthetics.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 225/45 R17 Rear wheel tires: 245/40 R17
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 7.5J x 17 Rear wheel rims: 8.5J x 17
Weight & Capacity
The car boasts a strong power-to-weight ratio, indicating excellent acceleration and performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio further highlights its impressive torque potential, suggesting agile handling and responsive acceleration. With a generous fuel tank capacity and a moderate kerb weight, this vehicle offers a balance between performance and efficiency.
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Weight To Power Ratio
4.5 kg/Hp, 219.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.2 kg/Nm, 239.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1460 kg 3218.75 lbs.
Max Weight
1950 kg 4299.01 lbs.
Max Load
490 kg 1080.27 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
62 l 16.38 US gal | 13.64 UK gal
Max Roof Load
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for BMW - M3 (E36)
Sedan
4
2710 mm
The M3 model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
The M3 model has a maximum speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph), electronically limited.
The drag coefficient of the M3 model is 0.32.
The BMW M3 has a combined fuel consumption of 11 liters per 100 kilometers.
The BMW M3 has a CO2 emission of 275 grams per kilometer.
The BMW M3 runs on petrol (gasoline).
The engine displacement is 3201 cm3.
The car comes with a 6-speed manual transmission.
The car features a multi-port manifold injection system.
The vehicle has ventilated disc brakes on both the front and rear axles.
The vehicle has a rack and pinion steering system with hydraulic assistance.
The front wheels have 225/45 R17 tires, while the rear wheels have 245/40 R17 tires.
The M3 features a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six engine with 473 horsepower and 503 lb-ft of torque.
The M3 boasts precise handling thanks to its adaptive suspension, electronic stability control, and high-performance brakes.
The M3 comes equipped with a comprehensive infotainment system, including a large touchscreen display, navigation system, and a premium sound system.
Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.
The maximum load capacity is 490 kg (1080.27 lbs).
Ground clearance information is not included in the specifications.
