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BMW M3 M-DCT

General information

ModelBMW M3 M-DCT
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.9 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
Fuel mixed driving11.9 litres/100 km (19.77 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 7-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement3999 ccm (244.02 cubic inches)
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 stroke92.1 x 75.2 mm (3.6 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)4.7 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space450 litres (119 gallons)
Optional cargo space450 litres (119 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system

Dimensions and weight

Max weight with load1625 kg (3,582.5 pounds)
Towing weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4590 mm (180.7 inches)
Overall width1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Overall height1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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