This 3.2 MT (321 hp) engine was fitted in the E36/7-E36/8 Roadster, which was produced by BMW from 1997 to 2002. In addition to this engine, 2 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 | Roadster |
|---|---|
| Seats | 2 |
| Width | 1740mm |
| Length | 4025mm |
| Height | 1266mm |
| Wheelbase | 2459mm |
| Front track | 1422mm |
| Max. boot capacity | 165litre |
| Rear track | 1492mm |
| Kerb weight | 1425kg |
| Gross weight | 1600kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 165litre |
| Displacement | 250kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3201cm3 |
| Engine power | 321bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 7 400RPM |
| Maximum torque | 350Nm |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| RPM at max torque | 3250RPM |
| Bore | 86.4mm |
| Stroke | 91mm |
| 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 |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Rear-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.4m |
| Top speed | 250km/h |
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| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 5.4second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 16.6litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.9litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 11.1litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 51litre |
| Fuel | 98 RON |
| Cruising range | from 310 to 650km |
| City | 19.9 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 9.5 litres / 100km |
| Average | 13.3 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.