The M3 is a high-performance car that can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h. Its aerodynamic design is reflected in its drag coefficient of 0.31.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
4.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
4.7 sec
Max Speed
250 km/h 155.34 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.31
Body & Dimensions
The car is a sedan type M3 model with 5 seats and 4 doors. It has a length of 4580 mm (180.31 in.), width of 1817 mm (71.54 in.), and height of 1447 mm (56.97 in.). The wheelbase is 2761 mm (108.7 in.), front track is 1540 mm (60.63 in.), and rear track is 1539 mm (60.59 in.). The minimum turning circle of the car is 11.7 m (38.39 ft.).
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4580 mm 180.31 in.
Width
1817 mm 71.54 in.
Height
1447 mm 56.97 in.
Wheelbase
2761 mm 108.7 in.
Front Track
1540 mm 60.63 in.
Rear Track
1539 mm 60.59 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.7 m 38.39 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a M3 model that runs on petrol (gasoline) and adheres to Euro 5 emission standard. Its urban fuel consumption is 15.9 l/100 km (14.79 US mpg, 17.77 UK mpg, 6.29 km/l), extra-urban is 8.5 l/100 km (27.67 US mpg, 33.23 UK mpg, 11.76 km/l), and combined is 11.2 l/100 km (21 US mpg, 25.22 UK mpg, 8.93 km/l), with CO2 emissions of 263 g/km.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban
15.9 l/100 km 14.79 US mpg 17.77 UK mpg 6.29 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
8.5 l/100 km 27.67 US mpg 33.23 UK mpg 11.76 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.2 l/100 km 21 US mpg 25.22 UK mpg 8.93 km/l
Co2 Emissions
263 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The BMW M3 is a high-performance vehicle powered by a 4.0-liter V8 engine, producing 420 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive layout and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 12.0. The suspension system consists of coil springs at both the front and rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
420 Hp @ 8300 rpm.
Power Per Litre
105 Hp/l
Torque
400 Nm @ 3900 rpm. 295.02 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
S65B40A
Engine Displacement
3999 cm3 244.03 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke
75.2 mm 2.96 in.
Compression Ratio
12
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
8.8 l 9.3 US qt | 7.74 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-60 / API SN 10W-60 / ACEA A3
Coolant
11.6 l 12.26 US qt | 10.21 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
7 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The M3 car model features advanced braking systems, including ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, accompanied by an Anti-lock braking system (ABS). It also boasts an electric power steering system and a steering rack and pinion type. The car rides on 18-inch wheels with 245/40 ZR18 and 265/40 ZR18 tires.
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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
Electric Steering
Tires Size
245/40 ZR18; 265/40 ZR18
Wheel Rims Size
8.5J x 18; 9.5J x 18
Weight & Capacity
The M3 is a high-performance car with an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 3.9 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 4.1 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1625 kg and a maximum weight of 2150 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 450 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 63 liters. It also has a maximum roof load of 75 kg.
