BMW E46
Manufacturer	BMW
Production	1998–2006
Predecessor	BMW E36
Successor	BMW E90, E91, E92, E93
Class	Entry-level luxury car / Compact executive car
Body style(s)	2-door coupé 2-door convertible 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon
Platform	FR/AWD
Engine(s)	Otto- and diesel engines I4, I6 1.6-3.2 L, 77-252 kW
Transmission(s)	5- and 6-speed manual Sequential manual (SMG) 5-speed automatic 5-speed semi-automatic (Steptronic)
Length	4471 mm (176")
Width	1739 mm (68.5")
Height	1415 mm (55.7")
Related	BMW Z4 BMW X3 Rover 75

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The E46 sedan underwent a facelift in 2002, which included re-designed headlights, new bumpers and a stiffer chassis. Also, the 316i and 318i models received new, more powerful engines. Then in 2004 the coupe and convertible had a facelift which included new headlights, new fenders and bumpers, new selections in exterior color, and redesigned sidemarker lights and tail lights. The M3s did not get a facelift, however. A facelift is the revival of a product through cosmetic means, for example by changing its appearance while leaving its underlying engineering or design intact. ... For album titles with the same name, see 2002 (album). ...

In mid-2005 the E46 sedans were phased out in favour of the new E90. The E46 touring was also replaced later that year with E91. The E46 remained in production as coupé, convertible and M3 until the E92 coupé and E93 convertible was revealed in late 2006. The new M3 coupé concept was later unveiled in March 2007 during Geneva Motor Show. Year 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar. ... The BMW E90 automobile platform is the fifth generation of the BMW 3 Series range of entry-level luxury/compact executive cars. ... BMW E90 320i The E90 automobile platform is the current 3-Series in production. ... The BMW M3 is a performance version of the popular compact BMW 3-Series automobile, made by BMW M. M3 models have been derived from the E30, E36, E46 and E92 models. ... 74th Geneva Motor Show The Salon International de lAuto (or Geneva Motor Show) is an annual auto show held in March in the Swiss city of Geneva. ...

The E46 experienced enormous success in all markets and was widely considered the performance benchmark of its class. The record year for the E46 was 2002, when 561,249 vehicles were sold worldwide.^[1]

As a credit to the E46 platform, it was chosen for Car and Driver Magazine's "10 Best Cars" every year of its production. See Car and Driver Ten Best. Cover of Car and Driver from age of psychedelic lettering Car and Driver is an American automotive enthusiast magazine. ... Car and Driver magazine nominates an annual list of Ten Best cars and Five Best trucks. ...

Engines

Petrol

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Diesel

The BMW M47 is a Diesel straight-4 engine produced from 1999 through 2005. ... The BMW M47 is a Diesel straight-4 engine produced from 1999 through 2005. ... The BMW M47 is a Diesel straight-4 engine produced from 1999 through 2005. ... The BMW M57 is a straight-6 Diesel engine produced from 1998. ... The BMW M57 is a straight-6 Diesel engine produced from 1998. ...

ZHP Performance Package

In January 2003, at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, BMW of North America introduced the 330i Performance Package, order code ZHP. This was a trim level upgrade that included engine modifications for an increase of 10 HP and 8 LB-FT of torque and a redline increase to 6,800 RPM (from 6,500 in the regular 330i). The ZHP option also provided a 6-speed short-throw manual transmission, a higher final drive ratio and speed limiter setting, a suspension tuned for better handling, and various BMW M exterior trim elements as well as an interior similar to that of the M3. The Greater Los Angeles Auto Show is an annual auto show that takes place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. ...

Specific details on the order package include:
- Sport suspension
- Double Spoke (Styling 135M) cast alloy wheels, 18 x 8.0 front, 18 x 8.5 rear;,225/40R-18 front, 255/35R-18 rear performance tires
- M Aerodynamic package
- Matte stainless steel, 35mm dual exhaust pipes
- High-gloss shadowline trim
- 8-way power front sport seats with 2-way manual headrests and thigh support; 3-driver memory for exterior mirror and seat positions; automatic tilt-down of passenger’s side-view mirror when vehicle is shifted into reverse gear
- Alcantara/cloth upholstery
- Anthracite interior headliner
- M 3-spoke Alcantara-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel with fingertip cruise, audio and accessory phone controls
- Aluminum “black cube” interior trim
- Tachometer with 300 rpm-higher redline and red needle
- Short, sport gearshift lever
- 3.07 gears in rear differential
- .5 degrees camber all around
- No 128mph governor (155mph top speed).

The ZHP package was available on mid-2003 330i sedans, all 2004-2005 330i sedans, and mid 2004-2005 330Ci coupes & convertibles. It has become a highly sought-after model due to its unique modifications. Car and Driver magazine track-tested the car, which returned a 0-60 mph time of 5.6 seconds and passed through the 1/4 mile in 14.2 seconds. Cover of Car and Driver from age of psychedelic lettering Car and Driver is an American automotive enthusiast magazine. ... Miles per hour is a unit of speed, expressing the number of international miles covered per hour. ...

Gallery

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Notes

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External links

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BMW 3 Series

• Official BMW 3 Series
• BMW 3-series at the Open Directory Project
• Video:Making of an BMW E46
• Bimmerfest E46 Wiki
• Bimmerfest E46 Forum

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