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1.385 m Real height1
4.262 m Real length
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3-door Hatchback 1997 - 2003 15″
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Side ViewBMW 3-Series Compact (E46) 3-door Hatchback 1997 Dimensions


Size summary | BMW 3-Series Compact (E46) 3-door Hatchback 1997 is 4.262 m long and 1.385 m high. It offers 1100 l cargo space.4,5

426.2 cm
Length
175.1 cm
Width2
194.1 cm
Width incl. mirrors
138.5 cm
Height1
272.5 cm
Wheelbase
-- cm
Ground clearance3
310 l
Cargo volume EU4
1100 l
Cargo volume max. EU4,5
1375 kg
Weight4,6
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Segment
€ 20750
Price EU7
$ --
Price US7
1. Maximum height | 2. Width with folded mirrors when available | 3. Max. ground clearance | 4. Most common power unit. Possible deviation of standards. | 5. With all rear seats folded down | 6. Curb weight | 7. For illustration purpose only. Starting MSRP (Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price).
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