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Se M Sport
Overview
The 2008 BMW 3 Series Se M Sport is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a medium Car built in Germany with prices starting at $113,500 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 3L 6-cylinder engine that has 210 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 580 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 61L fuel tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1421mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4520mm (178.0 inches) in length, 1817mm (71.5 inches) in width with a 2760mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1655kg (3648.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Se M Sport comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
78.85 - 183.93 kW/t
66.71 kW/t
194.22 kW/t
Boot Space
450 - 460 litres
442 litres
485 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.8 - 9.6 L/100km
4.8 L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
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Dimensions
4,520 mm
1,817 mm
1,421 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,520 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,817 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Load Capacity | 445 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 177
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 2993
Compression Ratio: 17
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.1
Main Capacity (L): 61
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 6.7
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 35
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.3
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 26
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 580
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: 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
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: E90
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 460
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.1
Front Track (mm): 1500
Overall Height (in): 55.9
Overall Height (mm): 1421
Overall Length (in): 178
Overall Length (mm): 4520
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width (mm): 1817
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1513
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2760
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.5
Front Headroom (mm): 978
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 953
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1454
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1408
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1399
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Tinted Glass
Location: Cabin
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1655
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3649
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
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
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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