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| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| EPA Classification | Mini-Compact |
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas 6-Cyl |
| Displacement | 3.2L/195 |
| Fuel System | EFI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 333 @ 7900 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 262 @ 4900 |
| Transmission | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 4.23 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.53 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.67 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.23 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.83 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.75 |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.64 |
| Mileage | |
|---|---|
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) | 16 |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) | 23 |
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 185 |
| Weight Information | |
|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3781 |
| Trailering | |
|---|---|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | N/A |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) | N/A |
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Double Pivot |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Trailing-link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | w/Lower Arms |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Upper Arms |
| Brakes | |
|---|---|
| Brake Type | Pwr-Assisted |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.8 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.9 x - TBD - |
| Tires | |
|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P225/45R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P255/40R18 |
| Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 8.0 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) | 18 x 9.0 |
| Front Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Rear Wheel Material | Alloy |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Steering Type | Variable Assist Pwr |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 36.1 |
| Fuel Tank | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 15.9 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length, Overall (in) | 176.9 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.1 |
| Height, Overall (in) | 54.0 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Passenger Capacity | 4 |
| Passenger Volume (ft³) | 74.0 |
| Front Head Room (in) | 37.4 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.5 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.4 |
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Name | M3 |
| Body Style | 2 Door Convertible |
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