BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Specs

(1995 - 1998) - Technical Specifications for Years 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
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Key Specs

Petrol
195.3 cu-in
3201 cm3
Inline 6
317 HP
321 PS / 236 kW
258 lb-ft
350 Nm
155 Mph
250 km/h

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Body, Model and Production details BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Body, Model and Production details

Generation : E36
Body : Sedan
Num. of Doors : 4 doors

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Engine Technical Data BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 6
Engine Code : S50B32
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : Bosch DME
Engine Cooling : Water
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine Position : Front
Engine displacement : 195.3 cu-in / 3201 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.4 x 3.58 inches
86.4 x 91.0 mm
Number of valves : 24 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 11.3
Horsepower : 317 HP / 321 PS / 236 kW
@ 7400 rpm
Maximum torque : 258 lb-ft / 350 Nm
@ 3250 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
6 speed Manual

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City NEDC : 14 MPG
16.9 L/100 km
17 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road NEDC : 31 MPG
7.5 L/100 km
38 MPG UK
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined NEDC : 21 MPG
11 L/100 km
26 MPG UK
Range : 367 miles / 590 km
Fuel Tank Capacity : 17.2 gallons
65 L
14.3 UK gallons
CO2 emissions : 267 g/km (BMW)
Emission standard : Euro 2
Catalytic converter : Y

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Safety Ratings

Euro NCAP
2 stars Euro NCAP Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP
BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3
Euro NCAP Safety Rating
2 stars Euro NCAP
Adult:
Pedestrian:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Tested on: 1997

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Performance BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Performance

Top Speed : 155 Mph / 250 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : 5.5 s

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 106.69 inches / 271.0 cm
Length : 174.53 inches / 443.3 cm
Width : 67.32 inches / 171.0 cm
Width with mirrors : 73.86 inches / 187.6 cm
Height : 52.56 inches / 133.5 cm
Front Axle : 55.98 inches / 142.2 cm
Rear Axle : 56.85 inches / 144.4 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : 0.31
Curb Weight : 3219 lbs / 1460 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 4.5 kg/hp

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Interior size, Dimensions BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats : 5 seats
Seat distribution : 2+3
Front legroom : 41.1 inches / 104.4 cm
Rear seat legroom : 34.02 inches / 86.4 cm
Front shoulder room : 53.31 inches / 135.4 cm
Rear shoulder room : 53.31 inches / 135.4 cm
Front head room : 37.09 inches / 94.2 cm
Rear head room : 36.69 inches / 93.2 cm
Trunk / Boot capacity : 15.4 cu-ft / 435 L

BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(12.4 inches / 315 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Vented Discs
(12.28 inches / 312 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : 225/45 R17
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : 245/40 R17
Steering : Rack and pinion. PAS
Turning circle : 35.1 feet / 10.7 m
Front Suspension : MacPherson struts
Rear Suspension : Multi-link Z-Axle
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How fast is a BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 5.5 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h / 155 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1995 BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 have?
The 1995 BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 has 321 PS / 317 bhp / 236 kW.

How much does a BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 weighs?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 weighs 1460 Kg / 3219 lbs.

What is the BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 gas mileage?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 gas mileage is City NEDC 14 MPG / 16.9 L/100 km / 17 MPG UK / Open road NEDC 31 MPG / 7.5 L/100 km / 38 MPG UK / Combined NEDC 21 MPG / 11 L/100 km / 26 MPG UK.

What engine is in BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 has a Inline 6, Petrol engine with 3201 cm3 / 195.3 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 is 174.53 inches / 443.3 cm long, 67.32 inches / 171.0 cm wide, and 52.56 inches / 133.5 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 106.69 inches / 271.0 cm.

How much cargo space does a BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 have?
The BMW E36 3 Series Sedan M3 offers 15.4 cu-ft / 435 L of trunk space.