BMW M3 Coupe (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) Specs

BMW LogoBMW M3 Coupe (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) has been in production since 2000 - 2003. Cars comes in Coupe body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 3.2L liters, engines produces a power of 343 Hp. Fuel consumption of BMW M3 Coupe (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) is 11.9 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4492x1780x1372 mm, and the weight is from 1495 kg.

BMW M3 Coupe (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) 2000 - 2003


General data

GenerationM3 Coupe (E46)
Modification3.2i 24V (343 Hp)
Start of production2000 year
End of production2003 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeCoupe
Seats5
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelS54B32

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban17.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined11.9 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)5.2 sec
Maximum speed250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio4.4 kg/Hp, 229.4 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power343 Hp @ 7900 rpm.
Power per litre105.7 Hp/l
Torque365 Nm @ 4900 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement3246 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore87 mm
Piston Stroke91 mm
Compression ratio11.5
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine oil capacity5.5 l
Coolant6 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)6
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionHelical spring
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size225/45 R18; 255/40 R18
Wheel rims size8J x 18; 9J x 18

Dimensions

Length4492 mm
Width1780 mm
Height1372 mm
Wheelbase2731 mm
Front track1508 mm
Rear (Back) track1525 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.32
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11.0 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1495 kg
Max. weight2000 kg
Max load505 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum410 l
Fuel tank capacity63 l