The new BMW M3. Contents.

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Manual six-speed gearbox with integrated, temperature-related oil …… Saloon, Coupé and Convertible, as well as the BMW 1 Series. …

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The new BMW M3. Contents.
1. Description in Brief. …………………………………………………………………………. 2
2. Passion for Supreme Performance. The new BMW M3. (Short Version) ………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
3. Concept: Technology from Motorsport, Aesthetic Beauty for Everyday Motoring. ………………………………………………………………………… 12
4. Power Unit: The Thrill of a V8 - Muscle Machine with an Ideal Body. ……………………… 17
5. Chassis and Suspension: Turning Superior Performance into Supreme Dynamics. …………………….. 24
6. Design: The Expression of Perfect Concept Harmony. ……………………………………. 30
7. Body, Safety, Model Features: Uncompromising Driving Pleasure of the Highest Standard. ……………….. 36
8. Production: Exclusive Quality Built in Flexible Production Friendly to the Environment. …………………………………………………………… 43
9. Specifications. ……………………………………………………………………………….. 49
10. Exterior and Interior Dimensions. …………………………………………………….. 50
11.Output and Torque Diagram. …………………………………………………………………. 521. Description in Brief. ?Fourth generation of the BMW M3, absolutely unique high-performance sports car from BMW M GmbH with stand-alone design and technology, developed on the basis of the BMW 3 Series Coupé. ?Unique character and dynamic driving characteristics ensuring a leading position in this market segment, unique power-to-weight ratio thanks to intelligent lightweight engineering: 3.8 kg/hp. ?First road-going version of the BMW M3 with an eight-cylinder power unit, brand-new V8 displacing 4.0 litres and developing maximum output of 309 kW/420 hp at 8,300 rpm, maximum torque 400 Newton-metres/ 295 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm, maximum engine speed 8,400 rpm, optimum torque and thrust throughout the entire speed range. ?Individual throttle butterflies, double-VANOS variable camshaft control, Brake Energy Regeneration, engine 15 kg/33 lb lighter than the six-cylinder on the former model. ?Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed limited electronically to 250 km/h (155 mph), average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle 12.4 litres/100 kilometres equal to 22.8 mpg imp. ?Manual six-speed gearbox with integrated, temperature-related oil cooling, double-plate…