2005-2013 3 Series OverviewAlpina 3 Series Overview (2005 - 2013)
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93
Tech Specs Summary
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- 145 - 186 mph
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- 4.5 - 7.7 seconds
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- 197 - 402 BHP
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- 27.7 - 52.3 mpg
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- 1,460 - 1,770 kg
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- 350 L (Convertible)
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- 430 L (Coupé)
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- 450 - 460 L (Saloon)
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- 450 - 3,750 L (Estate)
This generation of the Alpina 3 Series (E90 / E91 / E92 / E93) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 2005 - 2013. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a convertible, coupé, saloon or estate. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 197 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 402 BHP 3 L Inline 6 Bi-Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 3 Series is the Alpina B3 GT3 which scores 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 402 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 262 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 186 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina D3 Biturbo Touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 689 miles and can store 460-1,385 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,600 kg.