The new BMW M3 Saloon.
The new BMW M3 Saloon. Description in Brief. 2 The new BMW M3 Saloon. 4 Specifications. 21 Exterior and Interior Dimensions. 22 Output and Torque Diagram. 24
The new BMW M3 Saloon.
Description in Brief.
• Second body version of the new BMW M3. High-performance saloon from
BMW M
GmbH with unique design and technology, based on the BMW 3
Series Saloon.
• The unique character of the BMW M3 featuring supreme driving
dynamics,
outstanding aesthetic appeal, and a high standard of
everyday driving qualities
is now receiving an additional
highlight in the guise of the four-door saloon:
Supreme,
individual style ensured by a consistent high-performance concept in
conjunction with additional functionality,
five seats,
comfortable access to the rear.
• The BMW M3 Saloon is powered by BMW's all-new 4.0-litre V8
developing maximum
output of 309 kW/420 hp and maximum torque of
400 Nm/295 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm.
Maximum engine speed is 8,400
rpm, ensuring optimum power and performance
throughout the
entire speed range.
• Individual throttle butterflies, variable double-VANOS camshaft
management,
Brake Energy Regeneration, engine weight 15 kg (33
lb) lighter than the
six-cylinder engine on the former model.
• Acceleration to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, top speed 250 km/h (155
mph)
(limited electronically), 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-controlled
oil cooling,
two-disc clutch optimised for mass inertia.
• MDrive serving to set and retrieve the driver's specific
configuration of the
engine control map, the suspension and DSC
set-up, as well as the Servotronic
control map as an additional option.
• All-new chassis and suspension with specific, weight-optimised
components as
well as BMW M axle kinematics for a highly dynamic
driving experience, use of
forged aluminium track control arms,
compound high-performance brake system,
optional EDC Electronic
Damper Control with three selectable control maps.
• Authentic BMW M design accentuating the car's athletic stance,
aluminium
engine compartment lid with striking powerdome as a
clear sign of superior
muscle, characteristic front end with
large air intakes, widely flared wheel
arches.
• "Gills" in the front side panels, M-specific side-sills
even more widely
flared towards the rear of the car highlighting
the philosophy of rear-wheel
drive, discreet spoiler lip
reducing lift forces on the rear axle, dual
tailpipes
characteristic of BMW M.
• BMW M3 Saloon with front-end design matching the Coupé as an
expression of
the specific look and high-performance character
of the BMW M3; side-sills,
"gills" and rear air dam in
unique design oriented to the clear elegance so
typical of a BMW Saloon.
• Body structure with extremely high torsional strength and
resistance;
all-round occupant protection reflecting the very
demanding safety standards of
the BMW Group; six airbags,
three-point inertia-reel seat belts on all seats,
belt latch
tensioners, belt force limiters and central safety electronics for
appropriate control and management of the car's restraint
systems all featured
as standard; bi-xenon dual headlights
featured as standard, optional Adaptive
Headlights.
• Interior in high quality and superior design with a wide range of
customisation options; innovative colour and materials concept;
five seats; BMW
Individual High End Audio System with 9-channel
amplifier and 16
high-performance loudspeakers as an option;
model-specific paintwork and
equipment variants underlining the
exclusive character of the new BMW M3
Saloon.
