BMW M3 E90 Sedan (2008-2011)

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BMW M3 E90 is a high-performance executive sedan based on the E90 in production from 2008 to 2011. It is available with an S65 naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 4.0 to 4.4 liters.
The standard model used the S65B40 with 4.0L of displacement. Both manual and DCT were available. This engine featured individual throttle bodies, double-VANOS, and ultra-high (for V8) 8400rpm redline.
The S65B44 found in the CRT version was a longer-stroke version of the S65 engine. It was also paired to titanium exhaust.
The E90 M3 (together with the E91 and E92 variants) was the only generation of M3 to feature a V8. Even though this made for a lot of difficulties in DIY, many enthusiasts love this generation of M3 for its screaming engine.
The 6-speed manual is today the best loved option.
Unfortunately, the E90 still used MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.

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Neofiliac score 84% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Fantastic S65 V8 engine
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • Down to 4.4s 0-100kph time
Cons
  • Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
  • Exterior design doesn't match the performance level of the powertrain

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Specifications

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Capacity

Cargo Capacity450 L / 15.9 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity11.4 L / 12.0 qt11.6 L / 12.3 qt11.4 L / 12.0 qt
Engine Oil Capacity8.8 L / 9.3 qt8.8 L / 9.3 qt6.6 L / 7.0 qt
Fuel Capacity63.0 L / 16.6 gal
Passengers554
Payload545 kg / 1202 lbs525 kg / 1157 lbs390 kg / 860 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs, 378x32 mm
Brakes | RearVentilated discsVentilated discsVentilated discs, 380x28 mm
Power SteeringElectric SteeringElectric SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearHelical springHelical springMulti-link
Tire Size245/40 R18, 265/40 R18245/40 ZR18, 265/40 ZR18Front wheel tires: 245/35 R19 Rear wheel tires: 265/35 R19
Turning Circle11.7 m / 38.4 ft

Construction

Body Style4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Size | Height1447 mm / 57.0 in1447 mm / 57.0 in1416 mm / 55.7 in
Size | Length4580 mm / 180.3 in4580 mm / 180.3 in4614 mm / 181.7 in
Size | Width1817 mm / 71.5 in
Track Width | Front1540.0 mm / 60.6 in
Track Width | Rear1539.0 mm / 60.6 in1539.0 mm / 60.6 in1540.0 mm / 60.6 in
Weight1605.0 kg / 3538.4 lbs1625.0 kg / 3582.5 lbs1580.0 kg / 3483.3 lbs
Wheel Size8.5J x 18, 9.5J x 188.5J x 18, 9.5J x 18Front wheel rims: 9J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 10J x 19
Wheelbase2761 mm / 108.7 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h4.9 sec4.7 sec4.4 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph4.7 sec4.5 sec4.2 sec
CO2 Emission263 g/km263 g/km295 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.31
Fuel Economy12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (combined) | 17.7 L/100km / 13.3 MPG (urban) | 9.3 L/100km / 25.3 MPG (highway)11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (combined) | 15.9 L/100km / 14.8 MPG (urban) | 8.5 L/100km / 27.7 MPG (highway)12.7 L/100km / 18.5 MPG (combined) | 18.4 L/100km / 12.8 MPG (urban) | 9.3 L/100km / 25.3 MPG (highway)
Top Speed250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph290.0 km/h / 180.2 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 5
EngineS65B40S65B40S65B44
Engine | Bore92.0 mm / 3.6 in
Engine | Compression Ratio12.0:1
Engine | Displacement4.0 L / 244.0 cu-in / 3999.0 cc4.0 L / 244.0 cu-in / 3999.0 cc4.4 L / 266.1 cu-in / 4361.0 cc
Engine | Power420.0 hp / 313.2 kW @ 8300 rpm420.0 hp / 313.2 kW @ 8300 rpm450.0 hp / 335.6 kW @ 8300 rpm
Engine | Specific Output105.0 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in105.0 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in103.2 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke75.2 mm / 3.0 in75.2 mm / 3.0 in82.0 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Torque400 Nm / 295.0 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm400 Nm / 295.0 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm440 Nm / 324.5 lb-ft @ 3750 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed7-speed7-speed
Transmission | TypeManualDouble clutch transmission (DCT)Double clutch transmission (DCT)

Production

Availability2008 ~ 20112008 ~ 20112011

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