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Just_me · 04-05-2007, 02:44 PM

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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.

Just_me · 04-05-2007, 03:04 PM

NarutoRamen · 04-05-2007, 03:06 PM

Awesome Thanks for the new page! Now all I'm waiting for are the US prices!

ree · 04-05-2007, 03:08 PM

Thanks!! The M3 also have a power button - great!

White looks like one of the best colours for this coupé, but I think this car is also extremely hot, when it is black coloured.

MickeyTER · 04-05-2007, 03:10 PM

will there be an automatic? or only manual?

Just_me · 04-05-2007, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MickeyTER

will there be an automatic? or only manual?

manual but in MArs 2008 there will be a new gearbox called ZSG, kinda like Audis DSG but better and more advanced

shonguiz · 04-05-2007, 03:13 PM

The white looks much better, are weels different ?

NarutoRamen · 04-05-2007, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MickeyTER

will there be an automatic? or only manual?

The closest thing you're going to get to an automatic is the dual clutch ZSG. Automatic transmission doesn't belong on ///M cars.

Just_me · 04-05-2007, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shonguiz

The white looks much better, are weels different ?

looks like M5 wheels to me

shonguiz · 04-05-2007, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Just_me

looks like M5 wheels to me

They are very similar but i think they are not the same.

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