BMW Z3 E36/8 facelift (1999–2002)

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E36/8 facelift (1999–2002), 2001–2002. Gasoline · 3.2 L · 315 hp · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 5.0 s and top speed 155 mph.

E36/8 facelift (1999–2002) 2001 - 2002
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.2 L
Horsepower
315
Torque
251 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
5.0 s
Top speed
155 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2446 mm
Dimensions
4049 × 1740 × 1293 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
17.0 / 23.0 / 19.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 2
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4049 mm
Width 1740 mm
Height 1293 mm
Wheelbase 2446 mm
Front track 57 mm
Rear track 58 mm

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 9 L
Fuel tank capacity 13.5 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.2 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 315 hp
Torque 251 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Multipoint fuel injection
Compression ratio 11.5
Engine code S54B32
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

Transmission 5-speed manual
Gears 5
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 155 mph
0–60 mph 5.0 s
Fuel economy city 17.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 23.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 19.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension MacPherson strut
Rear suspension Multi-link
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Discs

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