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BMW M3 Coupe

General information

ModelBMW M3 Coupe
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3999 ccm (244.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving9.2 litres/100 km (25.57 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3999 ccm (244.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power420.00 PS (309 kW or 414 HP) at 8300 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 3900 Rev. per min.
Compression12.0:1
Bore x stroke92.0 x 75.2 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2538 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2633 litres (696 gallons)
Cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Optional cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1655 kg (3,648.7 pounds)
Max weight with load2080 kg (4,585.6 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR66680
CO2 emissions275.9 g/km
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