This 3.0 MT (286 hp) engine was fitted in the E36 Cabriolet, which was produced by BMW from 1992 to 1999. In addition to this engine, 1 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
| Body type | Cabriolet |
|---|---|
| Seats | 4 |
| Width | 1710mm |
| Length | 4433mm |
| Height | 1340mm |
| Wheelbase | 2700mm |
| Front track | 1422mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 230litre |
| Rear track | 1444mm |
| Ground clearance | 110mm |
| Kerb weight | 1615kg |
| Gross weight | 1930kg |
| Displacement | 390kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 230litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2990cm3 |
| Engine power | 286bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 7 000RPM |
| Maximum torque | 320Nm |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 86mm |
| Stroke | 85.8mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 3600RPM |
| Fuel | 98 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 250km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 6.2second |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 65litre |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 6.5litre |
| Cruising range | from 500 to 1 000km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Trailing arms, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.7m |
| City | 15.6 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 7.8 litres / 100km |
| Average | 10.9 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.