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Overview
The 1998 BMW 3 Series M3 is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $150,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 3.2L 6-cylinder engine that has 236 kW of power (at 7400 rpm) and 350 Nm of torque (at 3250 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1335mm (52.6 inches) in height, 4433mm (174.5 inches) in length, 1710mm (67.3 inches) in width with a 2710mm (106.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1515kg (3340.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series M3 comes standard with 225/40 R17 front tyres and 245/40 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
57.24 - 155.78 kW/t
57.24 kW/t
155.78 kW/t
Boot Space
230 - 405 litres
144 litres
405 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,433 mm
1,710 mm
1,335 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,433 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,710 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,335 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 415 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.4
Engine (cc): 3201
Compression Ratio: 11.3
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 91
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Type: Main
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Analog
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 2
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Oil Temperature
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 5.9
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 40
EU 83 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.3
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 32
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 7.3
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 5.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 24.7
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 321
Maximum Power (kW): 236
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 258
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Color
Location: Front
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Colour: Body Color
Location: Trunk/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 405
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Front Track (in): 56
Front Track (mm): 1422
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Overall Height (in): 52.6
Overall Height (mm): 1335
Overall Length (in): 174.5
Overall Length (mm): 4433
Overall Width (in): 67.3
Overall Width (mm): 1710
Rear Track (in): 56.6
Rear Track (mm): 1438
Wheelbase (in): 106.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2710
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.8
Front Headroom (mm): 960
Rear Headroom (in): 36.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 930
Front Hip Room (in): 55.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1412
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1394
Front Leg Room (in): 55.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1405
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 817
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1352
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1323
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1930
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4255
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1515
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3340
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Illuminated Rear Ashtray: yes
Location: Rear
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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