BMW M3 I (E30) · Coupe · 1986–1991

BMW M3 2.3 MT 238 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 7 gearsAll driveEuro 4
Power
400 hp · 294 kW
Torque
500 Nm
0–100 km/h
5.8 s
Top speed
250 km/h
Fuel consumption
13.1 l/100 km
On a full tank
~690 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
250 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
5.8 s
Fuel tank
90 l

Engine

VK50VE · 5,026 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
VK50VE
Displacement
5,026 cm³
Max power
294 kW / 400 hp
Torque
500 Nm at 4400 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
95.5 mm
Stroke
87.7 mm
Compression ratio
10.9
Emission standard
Euro 4
CO₂ emissions
307 g/km

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
7

Dimensions and capacity

Body code S51 · class J
Body type
SUV
Doors
5
Seats
5
Length
4,865 mm
Width
1,925 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Wheelbase
2,885 mm
Front track
1,635 mm
Rear track
1,640 mm
Ground clearance
184 mm
Kerb weight
2,098 kg
Max weight
2,320 kg
Boot space (min)
376 l
Boot space (max)
376 l
Turning circle
11.2 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
265/45/R21
Optional tyre sizes
265/50R20
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.1 5x114.3
Wheel fasteners
Nuts M12x1.25
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring