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2008 BMW M3 Coupe
The 2008 BMW M3 Coupe is a coupe. It has a 4.0-litre eight-cylinder engine producing 414 hp (309 kW), with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 4.8 seconds and top speed is 155 mph (249 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | M3 Coupe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | BMW 2008 M3 Coupe |
| Body Style | Coupe | Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Jerez Black Metallic, Interlagos Blue Metallic, Le Mans Blue Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, Silverstone II Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Individual Colours available |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S7) |
| Engine | 4.0L 8-cyl | Engine Size | 4,000 cc |
| Power | 414 hp / 309 kW | Torque | 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 4.8 sec | Top Speed | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 14 mpg city / 20 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,570 kg (3,461 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 COUPES
Compared with other 2008 coupes in our database, its 414 hp is 16% more than the average 2008 coupe (357 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.5 seconds quicker than average.
| 2008 BMW M3 Coupe | Average 2008 coupes | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 414 hp | 357 hp (23 cars) | +16% |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 412 Nm (23 cars) | -3% |
| 0–60 mph | 4.8 s | 5.3 s (23 cars) | -10% |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 158 mph (23 cars) | -2% |
| Kerb weight | 1,570 kg | 1,538 kg (25 cars) | +2% |
| Engine size | 4,000 cc | 3,838 cc (25 cars) | +4% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 coupes with similar power to the 2008 BMW M3 Coupe.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 BMW M3 Coupe | 414 hp | 4.8 s | 1,570 kg |
| 2008 Audi R8 | 420 hp | 3.6 s | 1,560 kg |
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 453 hp | 5.4 s | 2,710 kg |
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 483 hp | 3.9 s | 1,450 kg |
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe | 512 hp | 3.7 s | 1,430 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start