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Technical data

This 2.8 AT (192 hp) engine was fitted in the E36/7 Roadster, which was produced by BMW from 1995 to 1999. In addition to this engine, 6 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 km14.9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.1litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.6litre
Fuel tank capacity51litre
Cruising rangefrom 340 to 630km
Fuel98 RON, 95 RON, 92 RON
Top speed216km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)7.4second

Engine

Displacement2793cm3
Engine power192bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 300RPM
Maximum torque275Nm
RPM at max torque3950RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore84mm
Stroke84mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10m

Body

Seats2
Length4025mm
Width1740mm
Height1293mm
Wheelbase2446mm
Front track1413mm
Rear track1494mm
Kerb weight1375kg
Gross weight1550kg
Displacement250kg
Min. boot capacity165litre
Max. boot capacity165litre
Front/rear axle load790/830kg
Body typeRoadster

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.)

City17.9 litres / 100km
Highway9.7 litres / 100km
Average12.7 litres / 100km

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

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