Target Audience:
Enthusiast drivers and owners seeking a high-performance four-door sport sedan
Market Segment:
Premium compact executive performance sedan
Competitive Advantage:
High-revving V8 engine paired with everyday four-door practicality
Rivals:
Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, Audi RS4/RS5
Engine:
4.0L naturally aspirated V8 (S65)
Transmission Options:
6-speed manual or 7-speed M Double-Clutch Transmission (M-DCT)
Drivetrain:
Rear-wheel drive
Manual Type:
Factory owners manual (digital reproduction)
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this listing
Coverage:
Operation, maintenance, and specifications for all vehicle systems
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Required Software:
PDF reader such as Acrobat Reader or Foxit
Device Compatibility:
Any device capable of reading PDF files
Instrument Cluster:
Gauge, indicator, and warning lamp operation
Entertainment Systems:
Audio, navigation, and controls
Climate Controls:
Automatic air conditioning and heating operation
Lights:
Exterior and interior lighting controls
Driver Controls:
Wipers, mirrors, steering wheel, and cruise control
Locks and Security:
Key, central locking, and anti-theft systems
Seating and Safety Restraints:
Seat adjustment, airbags, and seat belts
Driving:
M Drive, driving dynamics, and break-in procedures
Engine Compartment:
Engine oil, battery, fuel, and air filter access
Engine Oil:
Checking, topping up, and specifications
Battery:
Access, care, and jump-starting
Fuel Information:
Fuel requirements and grades
Air Filters:
Service information and part numbers
Refill Capacities:
Fluid capacities and lubricant specifications
Part Numbers:
Listed for service items and accessories
Procedure Level:
Owner-level operation and routine maintenance procedures
Service Information:
Specifications, capacities, and maintenance schedules
Customer Assistance:
Roadside assistance and reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
Cleaning:
Care instructions for interior and exterior materials
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Configuration:
Naturally aspirated V8, 90-degree
Displacement:
4.0 liters (3,999 cc)
Valvetrain:
DOHC, 32 valves, BMW Double-VANOS
Horsepower:
414 hp (414 bhp) at 8,300 rpm
Torque:
295 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm
Fuel System:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Recommended Fuel:
Premium unleaded (91 AKI minimum)
0-60 mph (approx.):
4.6 seconds with manual transmission
Airbags:
Front, side-impact, and curtain head protection airbags
Restraints:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners and force limiters
Active Features:
ABS, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), traction control
Braking:
Compound (composite) high-performance brakes
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in this manual; see IIHS/NHTSA data
Infotainment & Assistance
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio with available BMW Professional radio
Optional Navigation:
BMW iDrive navigation system with controller
Driver Assistance:
Cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming mirrors
Instrumentation:
M-specific gauges, M Drive setup, oil temperature display
Service Interval:
BMW Condition Based Service (CBS) system; oil service typically every 10,000-15,000 miles
Engine Oil:
BMW Longlife-01 synthetic, SAE 5W-30/10W-60 per specification
Oil Capacity:
Approximately 8.5 quarts with filter
Fuel:
Premium unleaded required
Known Wear Items:
Rod bearings, throttle actuators, and brakes are common E9x M3 service items
Scheduled Maintenance:
Detailed intervals and fluid specifications in manual
Manufacturer:
BMW (Bayerische Motoren Werke), Munich, Germany
Model Evolution:
Fourth-generation M3 (E90/E92/E93), first M3 available as a sedan with a V8
Production Location:
BMW Plant, Dingolfing/Regensburg, Germany
Generation Run:
E90 sedan produced 2008-2011
