BMW M3 E46
2000–2006
- Power
- 333–360hp
- 245–265 kW
- Fuel use
- from 11.9l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 4.9–5.5s
- Engine
- 3.2l
- petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual, Automatic
- Drive
- Rear-wheel
Engines and versions6
3.2 USManual · Rear-wheel · 12.2 l/100 km · 5.2 s333hp245 kW
- Max power
- 333 hp
- Max torque
- 355 N·m
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2000–2006
- Body type
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 245 kW · 333 hp · at 7900 rpm
- Max torque
- 355 N·m · at 4900 rpm
- Cylinders
- 6 · Inline
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Forced induction
- None (naturally aspirated)
- Fuel system
- Multipoint injection (MPI)
- Compression ratio
- 11.5
- Bore × stroke
- 87 × 91 mm
- Engine code
- S54B32
- Fuel grade
- AI-98
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Number of gears
- 6
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 12.2 l/100 km
- City
- 17.8 l/100 km
- Highway
- 8.8 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,495 kg
- Gross weight
- 1,930 kg
- Trunk volume
- 410 l
- Boot (max.)
- 410 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Front suspension
- Independent, McPherson
- Rear suspension
- Independent, multi-link
- Front brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Rear brakes
- Discs
- Tyre size
- 225/45 ZR18
- Front track width
- 1,508 mm
- Rear track width
- 1,525 mm
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
3.2Manual · Rear-wheel · 12.1 l/100 km · 5.2 s343hp252 kW
- Max power
- 343 hp
- Max torque
- 365 N·m
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2000–2006
- Body type
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 252 kW · 343 hp · at 7900 rpm
- Max torque
- 365 N·m · at 4900 rpm
- Cylinders
- 6 · Inline
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Forced induction
- None (naturally aspirated)
- Fuel system
- Multipoint injection (MPI)
- Compression ratio
- 11.5
- Bore × stroke
- 87 × 91 mm
- Engine code
- S54B32
- Fuel grade
- AI-98
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Number of gears
- 6
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 12.1 l/100 km
- City
- 15.2 l/100 km
- Highway
- 8 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,570 kg
- Gross weight
- 1,980 kg
- Trunk volume
- 410 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Front suspension
- Independent, McPherson
- Rear suspension
- Independent, multi-link
- Front brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Rear brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Tyre size
- 225/45 R18
- Front track width
- 1,481 mm
- Rear track width
- 1,524 mm
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
3.2 CabrioManual · Rear-wheel · 12.4 l/100 km · 5.5 s2001–2006343hp252 kW
- Max power
- 343 hp
- Max torque
- 365 N·m
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.5 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2001–2006
- Body type
- Convertible
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 252 kW · 343 hp · at 7900 rpm
- Max torque
- 365 N·m · at 4900 rpm
- Cylinders
- 6 · Inline
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Forced induction
- None (naturally aspirated)
- Fuel system
- Multipoint injection (MPI)
- Compression ratio
- 11.5
- Bore × stroke
- 87 × 91 mm
- Engine code
- S54B32
- Fuel grade
- AI-98
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Number of gears
- 6
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 12.4 l/100 km
- City
- 18.4 l/100 km
- Highway
- 9 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.5 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,655 kg
- Gross weight
- 2,010 kg
- Trunk volume
- 300 l
- Boot (max.)
- 300 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Front suspension
- Independent, McPherson
- Rear suspension
- Independent, multi-link
- Front brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Rear brakes
- Discs
- Tyre size
- 225/45 ZR18
- Front track width
- 1,508 mm
- Rear track width
- 1,525 mm
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
3.2 Cabrio SMGAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 12.5 l/100 km · 5.5 s2001–2006343hp252 kW
- Max power
- 343 hp
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.5 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2001–2006
- Body type
- Convertible
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 252 kW · 343 hp
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 12.5 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.5 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,690 kg
- Trunk volume
- 300 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
3.2 SMGAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 12.1 l/100 km · 5.2 s343hp252 kW
- Max power
- 343 hp
- Max torque
- 365 N·m
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2000–2006
- Body type
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 252 kW · 343 hp · at 7900 rpm
- Max torque
- 365 N·m · at 4900 rpm
- Cylinders
- 6 · Inline
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Forced induction
- None (naturally aspirated)
- Fuel system
- Multipoint injection (MPI)
- Compression ratio
- 11.5
- Bore × stroke
- 87 × 91 mm
- Engine code
- S54B32
- Fuel grade
- AI-98
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Number of gears
- 6
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 12.1 l/100 km
- City
- 14.8 l/100 km
- Highway
- 7.9 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 5.2 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,585 kg
- Gross weight
- 1,980 kg
- Trunk volume
- 410 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Front suspension
- Independent, McPherson
- Rear suspension
- Independent, multi-link
- Front brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Rear brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Tyre size
- 225/45 R18
- Front track width
- 1,481 mm
- Rear track width
- 1,524 mm
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
3.2 CSLAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 11.9 l/100 km · 4.9 s2003–2004360hp265 kW
- Max power
- 360 hp
- Max torque
- 370 N·m
- 0–100 km/h
- 4.9 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Specifications
- Years
- 2003–2004
- Body type
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
- Seats
- 4
Engine
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 3,246 cm³
- Max power
- 265 kW · 360 hp · at 7900 rpm
- Max torque
- 370 N·m · at 4900 rpm
- Cylinders
- 6 · Inline
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Forced induction
- None (naturally aspirated)
- Fuel system
- Multipoint injection (MPI)
- Compression ratio
- 11.5
- Bore × stroke
- 87 × 91 mm
- Engine code
- S54B32
- Fuel grade
- AI-98
Transmission
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Number of gears
- 6
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel
Performance
- Combined
- 11.9 l/100 km
- City
- 17.4 l/100 km
- Highway
- 8.6 l/100 km
- 0–100 km/h
- 4.9 s
- Top speed
- 250 km/h
Volume & weight
- Curb weight
- 1,385 kg
- Gross weight
- 1,800 kg
- Trunk volume
- 410 l
- Boot (max.)
- 410 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
Suspension & brakes
- Front suspension
- Independent, McPherson
- Rear suspension
- Independent, multi-link
- Front brakes
- Ventilated discs
- Rear brakes
- Discs
- Tyre size
- 235/35 ZR19
- Front track width
- 1,518 mm
- Rear track width
- 1,530 mm
- Ground clearance
- 110 mm
Trim levels5
Standard2000–200627features
Comfort
Rear Air Vents, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Sport suspension
Interior
Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Front centre armrest
Safety
ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Traction Control, Brake assist (BAS)
Visibility & lights
Fog Lights, Rain Sensor, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights
Exterior
Compact spare wheel, R18 Wheels, Alloy Wheels
Anti-theft
Central Locking, Immobilizer, Alarm
Individual2000–200636features
Comfort
Rear Air Vents, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Cruise Control, Rear Parking Sensors, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Sport suspension
Interior
Sunroof, Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Front centre armrest, Genuine Leather, Electric Front Seats, Heated Front Seats, Driver's Seat Memory
Multimedia
Navigation System, Premium Audio System
Safety
ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Traction Control, Brake assist (BAS)
Visibility & lights
Rain Sensor, Light Sensor, Headlight Washers, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights
Exterior
Metallic Paint, Compact spare wheel, R19 Wheels, Alloy Wheels
Anti-theft
Central Locking, Immobilizer, Alarm
Competition Package2000–200627features
Comfort
Rear Air Vents, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Climate Control, 2-zone, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment, Sport suspension
Interior
Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Folding Rear Seat, Front centre armrest, Black Interior, Genuine Leather, Electric Front Seats, Heated Front Seats, Driver's Seat Memory
Multimedia
Navigation System, 12V Socket, Premium Audio System
Visibility & lights
Fog Lights, Rain Sensor, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights
Exterior
R19 Wheels, Alloy Wheels
CSL2000–200626features
Comfort
Paddle Shifters, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 1-zone, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Sport suspension
Interior
Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Folding Rear Seat, Black Interior, Alcantara, Driver's Seat Height Adjustment
Multimedia
12V Socket, Audio System
Safety
ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag
Visibility & lights
Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights, Heated Side Mirrors
Exterior
R19 Wheels, Forged Wheels
Anti-theft
Central Locking, Immobilizer
Premium Package2000–200627features
Comfort
Rear Air Vents, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Climate Control, 2-zone, Cruise Control, Rear Parking Sensors, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment
Interior
Sunroof, Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Folding Rear Seat, Front centre armrest, Beige Interior, Genuine Leather, Electric Front Seats, Heated Front Seats, Driver's Seat Memory
Multimedia
Navigation System, 12V Socket, Premium Audio System
Visibility & lights
Fog Lights, Rain Sensor, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights
Exterior
R18 Wheels
Dimensions and weight
Coupe
- Length
- 4,492 mm
- Width
- 1,780 mm
- Height
- 1,365–1,372 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,731 mm
- Ground clearance
- 110–120 mm
- Trunk volume
- 410 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
- Curb weight
- 1,385–1,585 kg
Convertible
- Length
- 4,492 mm
- Width
- 1,780 mm
- Height
- 1,365 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2,731 mm
- Ground clearance
- 120 mm
- Trunk volume
- 300 l
- Fuel tank
- 63 l
- Curb weight
- 1,655–1,690 kg
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About the M3 E46
BMW M3 E46: 6 engines from 3.2 US · 245 kW (333 hp) to 3.2 CSL · 265 kW (360 hp), fuel consumption from 11.9 l/100 km, trim levels Standard, Individual, Competition Package, CSL. Used BMW M3 E46 prices and listings in Montenegro.
Frequently asked questions
How much fuel does the BMW M3 E46 use?
Combined consumption ranges from 11.9 to 12.5 l/100 km depending on the engine. The most frugal version is the 3.2 CSL at 11.9 l/100 km.
Which engines does the BMW M3 E46 come with?
6 engines are available: 3.2 US · 245 kW (333 hp), 3.2 · 252 kW (343 hp), 3.2 SMG · 252 kW (343 hp), 3.2 Cabrio · 252 kW (343 hp), 3.2 Cabrio SMG · 252 kW (343 hp), 3.2 CSL · 265 kW (360 hp).
Which is the most powerful engine?
3.2 CSL: 265 kW (360 hp).
What are the dimensions of the BMW M3 E46?
Length 4492 mm, width 1780 mm, height 1372 mm, wheelbase 2731 mm.