The BMW 3 Series (E46) is the fourth generation of the BMW 3 Series range of compact executive cars manufactured by German automaker BMW. Produced from 1997 to 2006, it was the successor to the E36 3 Series, which ceased production in 2000.

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Mar 3, 2025 · Discover the legendary BMW E46 3 Series—its history, performance, and why it remains one of the most beloved BMWs ever made.

BMW M3 E46 CONVERTIBLE. High-revving to the Millenium. Even sleeker, even more dynamic and with a high-revving M engine, the BMW M3 E46 was a hit right from its launch in 2001. More than 30,000 units were produced in Regensburg until …

The E46 generation of BMW M3 was introduced for the 2001 model year. This latest M3 was part of the E46 3 Series and was powered by BMW's S54 3.2L straight six engine, which produced 338hp. Two body styles were built, a coupe and a convertible.

It is powered by the S55B30 engine, which is developed and engineered by BMW M GmbH. This 3.0-litre inline-6 engine has been built specifically for the new M4/M3, having a redline of 7,600 rpm with the rev limiter actuated at 7,300 rpm. The engine uses two mono-scroll turbochargers with a peak boost pressure of 18.1 psi (1.2 bar).

May 30, 2022 · After nearly two decades, BMW M has finally brought the “CSL” moniker back to the M4 – successor to the vaunted E46 M3 CSL. And with only 1,000 units worldwide, it promises to be an extremely...

Sep 1, 2015 · The M4 is considerably faster than the E46 CSL and is the definitive burnout king of the two. But it’s also more sophisticated and comfortable and is easier to drive. It’s the classier killer...

Jun 16, 2014 · I have an M4 on order and love what the M brand stands for and in my eyes that is the E46 M3 up to this point in time. I have very high expectations for the M4 and if i was in your shoes i would keep the E46 and add the M4 to it.

The E46 generation M3 was of course, the third generation to wear the M3 badge, and came as standard with a 3.2-litre engine producing 343bhp, and could sprint from 0-62mph in 5.2 seconds. All ...