BMW E90/E92
General Info
Specs
Engine (N54): 3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-6
Power (N54): 302 hp @ 5800 RPM
Torque (N54): 295 ft-lbs @ 1400-5000 RPM
Engine (N55): 3.0L Turbo Inline-6
Power (N55): 300 hp @ 5800 RPM
Torque (N55): 300 ft-lbs @ 1200-5000 RPM
Engine (S65 - M3): 4.0L V8
Power (S65 - M3): 414 hp @ 8300 RPM
Torque (S65 - M3): 295 ft-lbs @ 3900 RPM
Fuel: Gasoline
Top Speed: 155 MPH
0-60: 5.0s (N55) / 5.2s (N54) / 4.1s (M3)
Drive Type: RWD or AWD
Gearbox: 6-speed manual, 7-speed DCT (M3), or 7-speed automatic
Tire Size: 225/45R17 + 255/40R17
E90 Dimensions
Length: 178.2 in
Width: 71.5 in
Height: 55.9 in
Wheelbase: 108.7 in
Curb Weight: 3,450 - 3,650 lbs (varies by options)
E92 Dimensions
Length: 180.8 in
Width: 71.5 in
Height: 54.0 in
Wheelbase: 108.7 in
Curb Weight: 3,400 - 3,600 lbs (varies by options)
E90/E92 M3 Dimensions
Length: 181.1 in
Width: 71.0 in
Height: 55.6 in
Wheelbase: 108.7 in
Curb Weight: 3,704 lbs
Maintenance
Replacement Intervals
Vehicle Check: 40k Miles
Engine Oil: 10k Miles (Enthusiasts Prefer: 5K Miles)
Engine Air Filter: 30k Miles
Spark Plugs (N54): 25k Miles
Spark Plugs (N55): 60k Miles
Spark Plugs (S65 - M3): 37k Miles
Differential Oil: 50k Miles
Brake Fluid: 20k Miles (Every 2 years)
Cabin Filter: 20k Miles
Oil Capacity
N54 Oil Capacity: 6.9L (7.3 US Quarts)
N55 Oil Capacity: 6.9L (7.3 US Quarts)
S65 Oil Capacity (M3): 8.8L (9.3 US Quarts)
Approved Oil Weights
Oil Type: SAE 5W-30
Oil Type: SAE 0W-30
Oil Type: SAE 0W-40
Oil Type: SAE 5W-40
Oil Type (M3/S65): SAE 10W-60
Common Issues
Issue: High-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure (N54)
Issue: Turbo wastegate rattle (N54)
Issue: Valve cover gasket leak
Issue: Oil filter housing gasket leak
Issue: Water pump failure
Issue: Carbon buildup in intake ports (N54)
Issue: Electric water pump issues
Issue: Throttle actuator failure (on M3)
Issue: Rod bearing wear (S65 - M3)
Issue: SMG (Sequential Manual Gearbox) issues (on M3)
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