BMW M3 Cabrio · 420 CV (2012-2014)

2009
Gasolina
RWD
Manual 6v
BMW Serie 3 - Vista 1
BMW Serie 3 - Vista 2
BMW Serie 3 - Vista 3
BMW Serie 3 - Vista 4

Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 3

Power

420HP

Torque

400Nm

Consumption

12.7l/100

Emissions

297g/km

0-100 km/h

5.3s

Top Speed

250km/h

Weight

1885kg

Price

89,100

Technical summary

Fuel

Gasolina

Transmission

Manual 6v

Traction

RWD

Seats

4 / 2 doors

Trunk

350 L

Tank

63 L

Power

309 kW

Status

Current

Technical specifications

Engine

Maximum power420 CV / 309 kW
Maximum torque400 Nm
Fuel typeGasolina
TransmissionManual 6v

Capacities

Tank63 L
Trunk350 L

Detailed analysis of the BMW M3 Cabrio · 420 CV (2012-2014)

General description

The E93 generation BMW M3 Cabrio is the embodiment of freedom and pure power. It represents a golden era for purists, combining the sky as a roof with the unmistakable roar of one of BMW's most glorious engines: a naturally aspirated V8 that begs to be pushed. It's more than a car; it's an emotion machine designed to feel the wind and the symphony of its 420 horsepower.

Driving experience

Driving this M3 is a visceral experience. The thrust of the V8 engine up to 8300 rpm is addictive, a surge of linear power accompanied by a mechanical soundtrack that gives you goosebumps. The rear-wheel drive and six-speed manual transmission connect you directly to the asphalt, demanding respect and skill. Every curve becomes a dance, and with the top down, the sensation of speed and the sound of the exhaust are magnified into an unforgettable experience.

Design and aesthetics

Its design is a perfect duality of elegance and aggression. With the hardtop up, it's an athletic and muscular coupé, with flared wheel arches and the iconic 'power dome' on the hood. With the top down, it transforms into a sophisticated and seductive convertible. The lines are timeless, capturing the essence of a high-performance grand tourer that doesn't need to shout to announce its M lineage.

Technology and features

Under its skin lies a thrilling piece of engineering. The star is the S65 engine, a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 derived from motorsport, built from aluminum to be light and agile. The hydraulic steering offers a pure and unfiltered feel, while the chassis, with its elaborate suspension and powerful ventilated disc brakes, is tuned to provide superb control and effectiveness, despite its greater weight compared to the coupé.

Competition

In its time, it faced German titans like the Audi RS5 Cabriolet and the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Cabriolet. While the Audi opted for the safety of its Quattro all-wheel drive and a similar V8, and the Mercedes offered brutal torque from low revs, the M3 distinguished itself with its high-revving character, its manual gearbox, and a more analog and pure connection with the driver, being the purist's choice.

Conclusion

The BMW M3 Cabrio E93 is a car destined to become a legend. It is the last of its kind with a naturally aspirated V8 engine, a swan song to a way of understanding motorsport that will never return. It offers a perfect duality: the brutality of an M3 and the hedonistic pleasure of a convertible. It is an investment in happiness, a modern classic that rewards those who seek emotion in its purest form.