The New BMW M3
10 April, 2007
Description in Brief
- Fourth-generation of the BMW M3, all-new, unique high-performance sports car
from BMW M GmbH with unprecedented design and technology, developed on the basis
of the BMW 3 Series Coupé.
- Unique character and supreme driving dynamics secure leading position in the
market segment, unique combination of engine power and low weight ensured by
intelligent lightweight technology, power-to-weight ratio 3.8 kg/hp.
- First-ever BMW M3 with an eight-cylinder power unit, all-new V8 displacing
4.0 litres and developing maximum output of 309 kW/420 hp plus peak torque of
400 Nm/295 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm, maximum engine speed 8,400 rpm, optimum power and
torque throughout the entire engine speed range.
- Individual throttle butterflies, variable double-VANOS camshaft control,
Brake Energy Regeneration, engine weight 15 kg/33 lb less than the six-cylinder
in the former model.
- Acceleration to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed limited electronically to
250 km/h (155 mph), average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle 12.4
litres/100 kilometres (equal to 22.8 mpg Imp).
- Manual six-speed gearbox with integrated, temperature-related oil cooling,
mass inertia-optimised double-plate clutch.
- MDrive for setting and retrieving the driver’s specific configuration of the
engine control map, suspension and DSC set-up, as well as the Servotronic
control map as an additional option.
- All-new suspension with special, weight-optimised components as well as axle
kinematics characteristic of BMW M for a highly dynamic driving experience,
forged aluminium track control arms, compound high-performance brake system,
optional Electronic Damper Control (EDC) with three freely available control
maps.
- First production vehicle in its segment with carbon-fibre-reinforced roof,
carbon fibre serving to reduce the weight of the vehicle and enhance agility by
lowering the centre of gravity, carbon-fibre roof in visible technology
symbolising exclusivity and a direct link to motorsport.
- Authentic BMW M design underlining the athletic look of the car, aluminium
engine compartment lid with a striking powerdome as a clear signal of supreme
power and performance, characteristic front end with large air intake scoops,
muscular, powerfully flared wheel arches.
- Air intake gills in the front side panels, M-specific side-sills
accentuating the concept of rear-wheel drive, discreet spoiler lip reducing lift
forces at the rear, roof in clearly visible carbon-fibre look, dual tailpipes
typical of BMW M.
- High-quality, sophisticated and perfectly appointed interior with a wide
range of customisation, innovative colour and materials concept, four seats, BMW
Individual high-end audio system tailored to the car as an option,
model-specific paintwork and equipment variants highlighting the exclusivity of
the new BMW M3.
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