BMW Z3 E36/7 facelift (1996–2000)

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E36/7 facelift (1996–2000), 1996–2000. Gasoline · 2.8 L · 190 hp · 5-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 6.7 s and top speed 140 mph.

E36/7 facelift (1996–2000) 1996 - 2000
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
2.8 L
Horsepower
190
Torque
206 lb-ft
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
6.7 s
Top speed
140 mph
Curb weight
3000 lbs
Wheelbase
2446 mm
Dimensions
4049 × 1740 × 1293 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
19.0 / 26.0 / 22.0 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 56 mm
Rear track 56 mm
Wheel size 225/50R16

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 8 L
Fuel tank capacity 13.5 gal
Curb weight 3000 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 2.8 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 190 hp
Torque 206 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Multipoint fuel injection
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed 140 mph
0–60 mph 6.7 s
Fuel economy city 19.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 26.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 22.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent strut
Rear suspension Independent semi-trailing arm
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc

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