This 3.0i MT (231 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.
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Seats | 2 |
| Length | 4025mm |
| Width | 1740mm |
| Height | 1306mm |
| Wheelbase | 2446mm |
| Front track | 1413mm |
| Rear track | 1494mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 210litre |
| Kerb weight | 1405kg |
| Gross weight | 1600kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 410litre |
| Displacement | 270kg |
| Front/rear axle load | 830/870kg |
| Permitted road-train weight | 2800kg |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2979cm3 |
| Engine power | 231bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 900RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 84mm |
| Stroke | 89.6mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Maximum torque | 300Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3500RPM |
| Fuel | 98 RON, 95 RON, 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 250km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 6second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13.3litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 7.3litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.5litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 51litre |
| Cruising range | from 380 to 700km |
| Emission standard | EURO III |
| 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 | 10m |
| City | 16 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 8.8 litres / 100km |
| Average | 11.4 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.