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BMW Z3 3.0i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW Z3 3.0i Automatic
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power231.20 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque301 Nm (30.7 kgf-m or 222.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke84.0 x 89.6 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed236.0 km/h (146.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1651 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Wheelbase2450 mm (96.5 inches)
Fuel capacity51.0 litres (13.47 gallons)
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