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BMW M3 Cabriolet

General information

ModelBMW M3 Cabriolet
Year2009
CategoryCabriolets/sport 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 driving12.9 litres/100 km (18.23 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

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
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2320 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space210 litres (55 gallons)
Optional cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1810 kg (3,990.4 pounds)
Max weight with load2280 kg (5,026.5 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR73980
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