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Fourth-generation of the BMW M3, all-new, unique high-performance sports car from BMW M GmbH with unprecedented design and technology, developed on the basis of the BMW 3 Series Coupe. Unique character and supreme driving dynamics secure leading position in the market segment, unique combination of engine power and low weight ensured by intelligent lightweight technology, power-to-weight ratio 3.8 kg/hp.

First-ever BMW M3 with an eight-cylinder power unit, all-new V8 displacing 4.0 litres and developing maximum output of 309 kW/420 hp plus peak torque of 400 Nm/295 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm, maximum engine speed 8,400 rpm, optimum power and torque throughout the entire engine speed range.

Here is the comprehensive specifications and data of the 2008 BMW M3 that includes the 4.0 L V8 performance & fuel efficiency, suspension & brakes, exterior & aerodynamics, interior features, and more.

2008 BMW M3 Performance

• 3,999 cc 4.0 liters V 8 front engine with double overhead cam and four valves per cylinder engine code
• Premium unleaded fuel 91
• Gasoline direct injection fuel system
• 15.9 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 13.2
• Power: 313 kW , 420 HP SAE and 295 ft lb , 400 Nm @ 3,900 rpm

2008 BMW M3 Handling

• Four-wheel ABS
• Brake assist system
• Cornering brake control
• Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
• Electronic brake distribution
• Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
• Immobilizer
• Stability control
• Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2008 BMW M3 Exterior

• Body color front and rear bumpers
• Chrome/bright trim around side windows
• Day time running lights
• Driver power heated body color door mirrors, passenger power heated body color door mirrors with automatic
• External dimensions: overall length (inches): 180.3, overall width (inches): 70.2, overall height (inches): 54.2, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 59.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1
• Front fog lights
• Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
• Luxury trim leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
• Remote control operation opening rear ¼ windows
• Black paint
• Fixed rear window with defogger
• Glass electric front sunroof
• Tinted glass on cabin
• Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,571
• Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

2008 BMW M3 Interior

• 12v power outlet: front and 1
• Air conditioning with climate control and rear outlet
• Diversity antenna
• Front ashtray
• Harman/kardon RDS audio system with AM/FM and CD player CD player reads MP3
• Cargo area light
• Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 11.1
• Front seats cigar lighter
• Clock
• Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
• Full dashboard console, full floor console with open storage box
• Cornering lights/curb illumination
• Delayed/fade courtesy lights
• Cruise control
• Front seats and rear seats cup holders pop out
• Door ajar warning
• Door pockets/bins for driver seat and passenger seat
• External temperature
• Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
• Bucket electrically adjustable driver and passenger seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment
• Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
• Front seat center armrest
• Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats and rear seats
• Headlight control with time delay switch-off, dusk sensor and auto off with ignition active
• Heated washer
• Illuminated entry system
• Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 37.1, rear headroom (inches): 36.1, front leg room (inches): 41.8, rear leg room (inches): 33.7, front shoulder room (inches): 55.3, rear shoulder room (inches): 51.9 and interior volume (cu ft): 88.5
• Low tire pressure indicator
• Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver’s seat positions
• Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
• Power steering
• Front power windows with two one-touch
• Front reading lights
• Rear heater
• 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side
• Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
• Two asymmetrical bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
• Rear view mirror
• Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
• Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
• Front and rear side curtain airbag
• Front seat back storage
• Upgraded cloth/velour seat upholstery with additional vinyl
• Seating: four seats
• Service interval indicator
• Front side airbag
• Thirteen speaker(s)
• Leather covered multi-function steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
• Tachometer
• Driver and passenger vanity mirror
• Ventilation system with micro filter

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