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BMW M3 Convertible

General information

ModelBMW M3 Convertible
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3246 ccm (198.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.44 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving10.2 litres/100 km (22.99 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3246 ccm (198.07 cubic inches)
Max power343.00 PS (252 kW or 338 HP) at 7900 Rev. per min.
Max torque365.00 Nm (37.2 kgf-m or 269.2 ft.lbs) at 4900 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke87.1 x 91.0 mm (3.4 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2073 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1070 mm (42.1 inches)
Passenger space2973 litres (785 gallons)
Cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Optional cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1655 kg (3,648.7 pounds)
Towing weight2090 kg (4,607.7 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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