Engine | V8, 4.0 Liter | ||
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Horsepower | 414 @ 8300 RPM | ||
Torque | 295 @ 3900 rpm | ||
Fuel Economy | City 13/Hwy 19/Comb 16 MPG | ||
Bore x Stroke | 3.62 x 2.96 | ||
Compression Ratio | 12.0 | ||
Fuel Type | Gas | ||
Cylinders | 8 | ||
Total no. valves | 32 | ||
Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | ||
Drivetrain | RWD |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gallons | ||
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Wheel Base | 108.7 inches | ||
Overall Length | 181.8 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 77.8 inches | ||
Width without mirrors | 71.5 inches | ||
Height | 54.8 inches | ||
Curb Weight | 4145 lbs. | ||
Tires / Wheel Size | P245/40ZR18 | ||
Rear Tires / Wheel Size | P265/40ZR18 | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.4 feet | ||
Axle Ratio | 3.85 | ||
GVWR | 5027 lbs. | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | Not Recommended | ||
Payload Capacity | 882 lbs. | ||
Head Room: Front | 38.0 inches | ||
Head Room: Rear | 36.5 inches | ||
Leg Room: Front | 41.8 inches | ||
Leg Room: Rear | 31.9 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Front | 55.3 inches | ||
Shoulder Room: Rear | 49.3 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 9.0 cu.ft. |
If you are already a BMW 3 Series or M3 enthusiast, this latest M3 is easily the best yet. If its hefty sticker is within your reach, you’ll delight in its raw performance, racer-like handling, sophisticated electronic features and, yes, its long-established and well-deserved king-of-the-hill reputation.
If you are not a BMW worshiper and crave something more exclusive, check out the all-wheel-drive Audi RS 4 Sedan or Cabriolet and the more powerful Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, Cadillac CTS-V (due in the Fall of 2008) and Lexus IS F sedans.