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The BMW Z3, produced from 1995 to 2002, was BMW's first mass-produced Z Series car and a standout two-seater sports car of its time.
By 2002, the Z3 offered a variety of engines, including a 2.5L six-cylinder producing 184 horsepower and a 3.0L inline-six delivering 225 horsepower with 214 lb-ft of torque, both paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The high-performance M models, introduced in 1998, featured the S54 engine in 2002, producing up to 315 horsepower and 251 lb-ft of torque, making it one of the most powerful Z3 variants.
All models utilized a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) layout for a classic sports car experience.
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The 2002 BMW Z3 offers a horsepower range from 184 hp with the 2.5L 6-cylinder engine to 315 hp with the 3.2L 6-cylinder engine. Torque output varies from 175 lb-ft with the 2.5L engine to 251 lb-ft with the 3.2L engine. The vehicle features a rear-wheel-drive configuration and is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| M Coupe | 3.2 6-Cyl | 5 Spd Manual | RWD | 315 hp @ 7,400 rpm | 251 ft-lbs @ 4,900 rpm |
| 3.0 Coupe | 3.0L | 6-Cyl | 5 Spd Manual W/Direct 5Th Gear | RWD | 225 hp @ 5,900 rpm | 214 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
| M Roadster | 3.2 6-Cyl | 5 Spd Manual | RWD | 315 hp @ 7,400 rpm | 251 ft-lbs @ 4,900 rpm |
| 2.5 Roadster | 2.5 6-Cyl | 5 Spd Manual W/Direct 5Th Gear | RWD | 184 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 175 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
| 3.0 Roadster | 3.0L | 6-Cyl | 5 Spd Manual W/Direct 5Th Gear | RWD | 225 hp @ 5,900 rpm | 214 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |

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