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E462001–2006

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bmw m3 convertible 6-speed manual ↗6-speed manual · 2001–2006Gasoline · 3.2 L · 333 hp333 hpRear-wheel drive
bmw m3 coupe 6-speed manual ↗6-speed manual · 2001–2006Gasoline · 3.2 L · 333 hp333 hpRear-wheel drive
BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package (6-speed manual) ↗6-speed manual · 2005–20053.2 L · 333 hp333 hpRear-wheel drive
BMW M3 Coupe Competition Package (6-speed SMG) ↗6-speed automated manual · 2005–20053.2 L · 333 hp333 hpRear-wheel drive
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The U.S. E46 M3 was offered as a Coupe and Convertible with the 3.2-liter S54 inline-six. BMW did not offer an E46 M3 Sedan.

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