BMW 3 Series (E90)

BMW 3 Series (E90)
Overview
ManufacturerBMW
Model code
  • E90 (saloon)
  • E91 (estate)
  • E92 (coupé)
  • E93 (convertible)
ProductionDecember 2004 – October 2013
Model years
  • 2005–2011
  • 2006–2012 (North America)
Assembly
Designer
  • Joji Nagashima (saloon and estate)
  • Marc Michael Markefka (coupé and convertible)
Body and chassis
ClassCompact executive car (D)
Body style
Layout
PlatformBMW L2[7]
RelatedBMW Z4 (E89)
BMW 1 Series (E82/E88)
BMW X1 (E84)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,760 mm (108.7 in)
Length4,520–4,610 mm (178.0–181.5 in)
Width1,780–1,820 mm (70.1–71.7 in)
Height1,380–1,420 mm (54.3–55.9 in)
Curb weight1,425–1,825 kg (3,141.6–4,023.4 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorBMW 3 Series (E46)
Successor

The fifth generation of the BMW 3 Series range of compact executive cars is designated under the model codes E90 (saloon), E91 (estate, marketed as 'Touring'), E92 (coupé) and E93 (convertible). The model was introduced in December 2004,[8] and produced by BMW until October 2013 and is often collectively referred to as the E90 or E9x.

The E9x saw the introduction of run-flat tyres to the 3 Series range. Models with run-flat tires are not equipped with a spare tyre. The E92 335i was the first 3 Series model produced with a turbocharged petrol engine.[9] It was also the first 3 Series to include the iDrive operating system, which consists of navigation, infotainment and essential vehicle functions.[10]

The E90/E92/E93 M3 is the only generation of M3 to be powered by a V8 engine. Introduced in 2007,[11] it uses the BMW S65 naturally aspirated V8 engine and was produced in saloon, coupé and convertible body styles.[12]

Following the introduction of the F30/F31 3 Series in February 2012, the E90/E91 saloons and estates were phased out. However due to their later introduction, the E92/E93 coupés and convertibles remained in production through the 2013 model year,[13] after which they were replaced by the F32/F33 4 Series models.

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