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BMW M3
General information | |
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| Model | BMW M3 |
| Year | 2003 |
| Category | Large/luxury cars |
| Rating | 61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 4 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 2993 ccm (182.63 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 243.30 PS (179 kW or 240 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 86.0 x 85.8 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 5-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 220.0 km/h (136.7 mph) |
| 0-50 miles | 4.7 seconds |
| 0-60 miles | 6.0 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1687 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 5010 litres (1,324 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 12 m (456.7 inches) |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS). |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1442 kg (3,179.1 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4440 mm (174.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 1720 mm (67.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1340 mm (52.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm (107.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 65.0 litres (17.17 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | Germany |
