The m3 is part of bmws e30 series. The bmw e30 is the second generation of bmw 3 series which was produced from 1982 to 1994 and replaced the e21 3 series. Bmw 3 series e30 history and specs. The bmw e30 is an entry level luxury car which was produced by bmw from 1982 to 1994. Four door sedan models were introduced in 1983 convertibles were introduced in 1985 and estate touring models were introduced in 1987. English français deutsch svensk português pt español русский italiano 中文 български nederlands polski português br türkçe cars.
Side view of a red bmw 3 series e30. The initial models used the coupe two door sedan body style. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of bmw 325 in 1987 the model with 24 door sedan body and line 6 2693 cm3 1647 cui engine size 90 kw 122 ps 121 hp sae net of power 231 nm 170 lb ft of torque 5 speed manual powertrain for north america us. Man and woman in marriage bed look at car newspapers. All bmw 3 series e30 sedan phase ii e3088 versions offered for the year 1989 with complete specs performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. Body kits also knows as an aerodynamics package were plastic or fibreglass accessories that fitted to the extremities of the car.
While their aerodynamic function is limited they do provide aesthetic enhancements to the e30 body style. Dimensions of new bmw cars showing length width and height range of bmw automobiles to help you find a new car according to the size of each vehicle. Development of a car design in collaboration with the designer computer aided measurements. Power is produced by a double overhead camshaft 23 litre naturally aspirated 4 cylinder motor with 4 valves per cylinder that develops power and torque figures of 197 bhp 200 ps147 kw at 6750 rpm and 240 nm 177 lbft245 kgm at. Specifications for all versions of bmw e30 3 series. Physically the bmw e46 had a subtle increase in body size taking the measurements to 176 inches in length 15 inches increase from the e36 model and 1073 in wheelbase 1 inch increase from the e36 model.
The model range included coupé and convertible body styles as well as being the first 3 series to be produced in sedan and wagonestate body styles. Specifications listing with the performance factory data and. Information about engine technical specs mpg consumption acceleration dimensions and weight. All e30s left the factory with a plastic lower edge on their front valance known as a chin spoiler or lip. It was powered by four cylinder petrol six cylinder petrol and six cylinder diesel engines the latter a first for the 3. This vehicle has a 2 door saloon body style with a front mounted engine driving through the rear wheels.
Width measurements are indicated without exterior mirrors in brackets with mirrors unfolded.