BMW 3 Series M3 (2008) price & specs
Overview
The 2008 BMW 3 Series M3 is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E92. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $157,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 4L 8-cylinder engine that has 309 kW of power (at 8300 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 3900 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 3 Series M3 uses 12.4L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 295g of CO2. It has a 63L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 508km per full tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1418mm (55.8 inches) in height, 4615mm (181.7 inches) in length, 1804mm (71.0 inches) in width with a 2761mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1655kg (3648.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series M3 comes standard with 245/35 R18 front tyres and 265/35 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,615 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,804 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 295
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 92
Engine (cc): 3999
Compression Ratio: 12
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 75.2
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Premium Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Other Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Other Fuel Type Octane Number: 95
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 17.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 13
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 420
Maximum Power (kW): 309
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: E90
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 430
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1538
Overall Height (in): 55.8
Overall Height (mm): 1418
Overall Length (in): 181.7
Overall Length (mm): 4615
Overall Width (in): 71
Overall Width (mm): 1804
Rear Track (in): 60.6
Rear Track (mm): 1539
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2761
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.4
Front Headroom (mm): 975
Rear Headroom (in): 36.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 934
Front Hip Room (in): 57.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1459
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1403
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1404
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1318
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2080
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4586
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1655
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3649
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Load Restraint
Type: net
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Titanium
Doors: Titanium
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Titanium
Shift Lever Skirt: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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