The big news for the United States in 1997 was the addition of a four-door version of the performance M3. The 3 Series continued to be a very versatile vehicle, offered as a sedan, coupe, and convertible with several different engine and transmission options. Pricing ranged from $21,390 to just under $40,000. There were a total of 3,405 M3 Coupes produced in 1997, and 4,535 sedan versions. The base engine was a six-cylinder, dual overhead cam 16-valve unit that displaced 116 cubic-inches and produced 138 horsepower. The 328 had a 24-valve engine that displaced 170 cubic-inches and produced 190 horsepower. The M3 displaced 192 cubic-inches and produced an impressive 240 horsepower.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jul 2011
By Daniel Vaughan | Jul 2011
The success story of a global trendsetter: Five generations of the BMW 3 Series
The success story of a global trendsetter: Five generations of the BMW 3 Series
The BMW 3 Series established the compact sports sedan segment and laid the foundation stone for the worlds most successful premium model series.If there is such a thing as a typical BMW, then it is without a doubt the BMW 3 Series. In the medium-size class it is considered the embodiment of the sports sedan and has maintained this leading role for many years unchallenged at the top....
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BMW 3 Series sedan engines: fascinating drive technology spanning five vehicle generations. In 1975, the sporty midrange BMW 3 Series established a new vehicle category. Innovative engines rendered it a forerunner for state-of-the-art technology.
BMW 3 Series sedan engines: fascinating drive technology spanning five vehicle generations. In 1975, the sporty midrange BMW 3 Series established a new vehicle category. Innovative engines rendered it a forerunner for state-of-the-art technology.
For 36 years now, the BMW 3 Series has profited more than almost any other model series from its fascinating drive technology. During a period spanning five generations, BMW 3 Series engines have time and time again been pioneers of innovative technology and milestones in engine construction. As a result, the four and six-cylinder power units, each of them having been the most modern of their time,....
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3-Series E46 Specification Comparison by Year
Year
Production
Wheelbase
Engine
Prices
61,200
106.30 in.
4 cyl., 115.64 CID., 138.00hp
6 cyl., 170.44 CID., 190.00hp
6 cyl., 170.44 CID., 190.00hp
6 cyl., 192.35 CID., 240.00hp
6 cyl., 170.44 CID., 190.00hp
6 cyl., 170.44 CID., 190.00hp
6 cyl., 192.35 CID., 240.00hp
$21,390 - $41,390
107.30 in.
6 cyl., 152.56 CID., 184.00hp
6 cyl., 181.79 CID., 225.00hp
6 cyl., 195.28 CID., 333.00hp
6 cyl., 181.79 CID., 225.00hp
6 cyl., 195.28 CID., 333.00hp
$27,630 - $45,965
107.30 in.
6 cyl., 152.00 CID., 185.00hp
6 cyl., 182.00 CID., 225.00hp
6 cyl., 192.00 CID., 333.00hp
6 cyl., 182.00 CID., 225.00hp
6 cyl., 192.00 CID., 333.00hp
$26,000 - $26,000
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