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BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe

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BMW 3 Series E46 Coupe is an affordable compact executive coupe in production from 1999 to 2006, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of inline-4 and inline-6 engines that displaced 1.8 to 3.0 liters.

Loved by BMW enthusiasts as the last generation of "simple" 3 Series, the E46 Coupe is relatively lightweight and easy to work on. Its styling, though austere from some perspectives, has aged rather well.

As usual, the vehicle is limited by MacPherson front suspensions.

The E46 Coupe received a facelift in 2003, but the only notable changes are around the front and rear light assemblies.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 62%

Pros

Good, simple styling
Reasonable drivetrain reliability
Easy to DIY
Easy to mod

Cons

No powerful engine options
Poor ZF 5HP automatic transmission

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Specifications

Variants shown:

316Ci

316Ci AT

318Ci (118 Hp)

318Ci

318Ci AT

320Ci M52

320Ci M54

320Ci M54 AT

323Ci

323Ci AT

325Ci

325Ci AT

328Ci

328Ci AT

330Cd

330Cd AT

330Ci

330Ci AT

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