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BMW Z3 3.0i

General information

ModelBMW Z3 3.0i
Year2000
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating65 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power230.20 PS (169 kW or 227 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.1 x 89.6 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1693 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1360 kg (2,998.3 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)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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