3 Series (E46)

1998–2006

3 Series (E36)1990–1999

3 Series (E90)2005–2011

BMW 3 Series (E46) 1998 — Front 3/4 view

BMW 3 Series (E46) 1998 — Front view

BMW 3 Series (E46) 1998 — Side Left view

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Widely considered the finest 3 Series ever made. The E46 achieved a balance of ride, handling, and build quality that subsequent generations have struggled to match.

History

The E46 M3's S54 engine — 343 hp from a naturally aspirated 3.2-liter inline-six — is regarded as one of the greatest engines BMW ever built. The CSL variant, stripped to 1,385 kg, was the ultimate expression.

Production & Heritage

Production Total3,266,842

DesignerErik Goplen

Production Period1998–2006

Estimated Value$12K–$40K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine2.5L Inline-6 (M54)

Power192 hp

Transmission5-speed manual (Getrag)

DrivetrainRWD

Weight1,370 kg

Engine Details

Displacement2.5L (2,494 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power7.1 kg/hp

Tags

1990s Manual Gearbox RWD Naturally Aspirated Inline-6 Inline-4 Inline-5

References & Sources

Wikipedia: BMW E46wikipedia.org

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