2001 BMW Z3 Coupe 3.0i MT
The 2001 BMW Z3 Coupe 3.0i MT is a 225-hp 3.0-liter inline-6 coupe with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $37,700 MSRP.
It makes 225 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 214 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The Z3 Coupe measures 158.5 inches long on a 96.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,943 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $37,700 ($69,184 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | M54-family inline-6 (Double VANOS) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 225 hp @ 5,900 rpm |
| Torque | 214 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 24-valve inline-6 |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.0 x 89.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual (ZF Type C) |
| 1st Gear | 4.21 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.49 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.66 |
| 4th Gear | 1.24 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 3.85 |
| Final Drive | 3.07 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Struts with coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Semi-trailing arms with coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.8 in (vented) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.7 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17x7.5 |
| Wheels Rear | 17x8.5 |
| Tires Front | 225/45ZR17 |
| Tires Rear | 245/40ZR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 158.5 in |
| Width | 68.5 in |
| Height | 51.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in |
| Front Track | 55.6 in |
| Rear Track | 58.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,943 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50.6% / 49.4% |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars