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2.8 MT (193 hp)


Technical data

This 2.8 MT (193 hp) engine was fitted in the E36/7-E36/8 [Restyling] Coupe, which was produced by BMW from 1998 to 2002. In addition to this engine, 3 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.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km12.9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.4litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9.4litre
Fuel tank capacity51litre
Cruising rangefrom 400 to 690km
Fuel98 RON, 95 RON, 92 RON
Emission standardEURO III
Top speed231km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.8second

Engine

Displacement2793cm3
Engine power193bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 500RPM
Maximum torque280Nm
RPM at max torque3500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore84mm
Stroke84mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10m

Body

Seats2
Length4025mm
Width1740mm
Height1306mm
Wheelbase2446mm
Front track1413mm
Rear track1494mm
Kerb weight1375kg
Gross weight1570kg
Displacement270kg
Min. boot capacity210litre
Max. boot capacity410litre
Front/rear axle load830/870kg
Body typeCoupe

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Trailing arms, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City15.5 litres / 100km
Highway8.9 litres / 100km
Average11.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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