This 3.2 MT (343 hp) engine was fitted in the E46 Cabriolet, which was produced by BMW from 2000 to 2006. 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 | 1780mm |
| Length | 4492mm |
| Height | 1370mm |
| Wheelbase | 2731mm |
| Front track | 1508mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 300litre |
| Rear track | 1525mm |
| Kerb weight | 1730kg |
| Gross weight | 2100kg |
| Displacement | 445kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 300litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3246cm3 |
| Engine power | 343bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 7 900RPM |
| Maximum torque | 365Nm |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 87mm |
| Stroke | 91mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 4900RPM |
| Fuel | 98 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 250km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 5.5second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 17.9litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.8litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 12.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 63litre |
| Cruising range | from 350 to 720km |
| Front suspension | Independent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent, Multi wishbone, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 11m |
| City | 21.5 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 10.6 litres / 100km |
| Average | 14.5 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.