BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT Specs

BMW LogoBMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT has been in production since 1989 - 1990. Cars comes in Coupe body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 2.3L liters, engines produces a power of 215 Hp. Fuel consumption of BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT is 7.8 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4345x1680x1370 mm, and the weight is from 1200 kg.

BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT 1989 - 1990
BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT 1989 - 1990
BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT 1989 - 1990
BMW M3 (E30) 2.3 (215 Hp) CAT 1989 - 1990


General data

GenerationM3 (E30)
Modification2.3 (215 Hp) CAT
Start of production1989 year
End of production1990 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeCoupe
Seats4
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelS14B23

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban12.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban6.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined7.8 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)6.7 sec
Maximum speed241 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio5.6 kg/Hp, 179.2 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power215 Hp @ 6750 rpm.
Power per litre93.4 Hp/l
Torque230 Nm @ 4600 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement2302 cm3
Number of cylinders4
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore93.4 mm
Piston Stroke84 mm
Compression ratio10.5
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity4.4 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)5
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionHelical spring
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size205/55 R15
Wheel rims sizeR15

Dimensions

Length4345 mm
Width1680 mm
Height1370 mm
Wheelbase2565 mm
Front track1414 mm
Rear (Back) track1435 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.33
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11.1 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1200 kg
Max. weight1600 kg
Max load400 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum420 l
Fuel tank capacity70 l