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trim door seat engine mpg height-width fwd
Base 2-door 2 seats 240.0-hp, 3.2-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) 0 combined MPG 158.5" length, 50.7" height Rear Wheel Drive
EPA Classification Two-Seater
Front Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 17 x 9 in
Spare Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Aluminum
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 115
Engine Type Gas 6-Cyl
Displacement 3.2L/192
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 240 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 236 @ 3800
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 28 MPG
Cruising Range - City 270.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 20 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 378.00 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined N/A
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Front Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 17 x 9 in
Spare Wheel Size 17 x 7.5 in
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material Aluminum
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 115
Engine Type Gas 6-Cyl
Displacement 3.2L/192
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 240 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 236 @ 3800
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 28 MPG
Cruising Range - City 270.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 20 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 378.00 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined N/A
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) N/A
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 115
Engine Type Gas 6-Cyl
Displacement 3.2L/192
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 240 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 236 @ 3800
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 28 MPG
Cruising Range - City 270.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 20 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 378.00 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined N/A
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Engine Type Gas 6-Cyl
Displacement 3.2L/192
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 240 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 236 @ 3800
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 28 MPG
Cruising Range - City 270.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 20 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 378.00 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined N/A
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 28 MPG
Cruising Range - City 270.00 mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 20 MPG
Fuel Economy Est-Combined N/A MPG
Cruising Range - Hwy 378.00 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined N/A
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1) 4.21
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.49
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.66
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.24
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.00
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.85
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.23
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Suspension Type - Front M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Rear M Sport w/Coil
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Springs
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Brake Type Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System Four-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.4 x -TBD- in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.3 x -TBD- in
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.5 gal
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 15.6
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.25
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 38.1 ft
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Front Tire Size P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size P225/45R17
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Base Curb Weight 3084 lbs
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Passenger Capacity 2
Passenger Volume 47.0 ft³
Front Head Room 37.6 in
Front Leg Room 41.8 in
Front Shoulder Room 51.7 in
Front Hip Room 54.1 in
Second Head Room N/A in
Second Leg Room N/A in
Second Shoulder Room N/A in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Wheelbase 96.3 in
Length, Overall 158.5 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 68.5 in
Height, Overall 50.9 in
Track Width, Front 56.0 in
Track Width, Rear 56.6 in
Min Ground Clearance N/A in
Liftover Height N/A in
Trunk Volume 5.0 ft³
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot Standard
Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
4-way driver/2-way passenger pwr heated sport bucket seats Standard
LCD main & trip odometers Standard
Limited slip differential Standard
245/40ZR17 high-performance radial rear tires Standard
Auto locking retractors on all seat belts Standard
5-speed ZF type C manual transmission w/direct 5th gear Standard
Vacuum-assisted ventilated 4-wheel disc brakes Standard
70 amp/hr battery Standard
Illuminated master key Standard
Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged) Standard
Pre-wired for CD changer Standard
Coinholder Standard
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) Standard
115 amp alternator Standard
**PRELIMINARY 1998 STANDARDS** Standard
Drop-down tool kit in trunk Standard
3.2L DOHC 24-valve in-line 6-cyl engine w/variable valve timing Standard
Chrome-ringed instrument dials Standard
16.4 gallon fuel tank Standard
Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering Standard
Halogen free-form headlights (low beams) Standard
Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer Standard
Cruise control Standard
Dual pwr outside heated rearview mirrors Standard
Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH) Standard
Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms Standard
Premium Harmon/Kardon sound system-inc: anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 10 upgraded speakers Standard
Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars Standard
Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature Standard
Direct ignition system w/knock control Standard
Service interval indicator Standard
Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down Standard
M sports suspension calibration Standard
17" x 7.5 front/17 x 8.5 rear round double-spoke cast alloy wheels Standard
Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system Standard
Auto seatbelt tensioners Standard
Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone Standard
Window closing from driver door lock feature Standard
225/45ZR17 high-performance radial front tires Standard
Multi-link system rear suspension w/central links Standard
Air conditioning Standard
Dual-chamber exhaust system w/4-polished tailpipes Standard
Nappa leather seating surfaces/door trim w/cloth upholstery Standard
Rollover protection system Standard
Electric roadster top Standard
Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Mast antenna Standard
Rear wheel drive Standard
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Standard
Elect engine-management system Standard
Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode Standard
Multi-function digital clock Standard
Estoril Blue
Evergreen
Imola Red
Gray
Black

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