1998-2006 3 Series OverviewAlpina 3 Series Overview (1998 - 2006)
E46
Tech Specs Summary
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- 157 - 168 mph
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- 5.4 - 7.2 seconds
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- 276 - 301 BHP
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- 24.1 - 26.2 mpg
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- 1,450 - 1,630 kg
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- 300 L (Convertible)
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- 410 L (Coupé)
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- 440 L (Saloon)
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- 435 - 1,345 L (Estate)
This generation of the Alpina 3 Series (E46) was produced by the German manufacturer Alpina between 1998 - 2006. 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 two power levels available from a 3.3 L Inline 6 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 S Coupé which scores 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 301 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 208 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 168 mph and gets to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Alpina B3 3.3 touring is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 356 miles and can store 435-1,345 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 750 kg and a braked towing capacity of 1,600 kg.