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Alpina B3 F30 3.0 (410 Hp) BITURBO
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Alpina B3:
The Alpina B3 are a series of high performance executive cars manufactured by German automobile manufacturer Alpina, which is based on the BMW 3 Series of the car manufacturer BMW. As of 2021, it is produced as a sedan and station wagon. Up to and including the E90 series, two-door sedans, coupes and convertibles were also offered. With the exception of the convertible, every model was optionally available with all-wheel drive. The current diesel variant runs under the Alpina D3 Biturbo....(Read more on Wikipedia)
F30 Overview:
Alpina B3 (F30). With 600 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1610 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.2 s). The top speed reaches 305 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Based on the BMW 3 Series (F30) it's derived from, the Alpina B3 benefits from a strong 5-star Euro NCAP rating, indicating excellent adult occupant protection and comprehensive safety features for its time.
3.0 (410 Hp) BITURBO Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the same potent 410 Hp twin-turbo inline-six, providing thrilling rear-wheel-drive dynamics. While slightly slower to 100 km/h (4.2s) than its AWD counterpart, it delivers a purer, more engaging driving experience for enthusiasts.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.6 l/100 km, this RWD variant is marginally more economical than the Allrad, offering excellent efficiency for its performance class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional blend of performance and luxury
- • Superb ride comfort for a performance car
- • High-quality interior materials and craftsmanship
- • Exclusivity and understated styling
- • Strong twin-turbo inline-six engine with broad torque band
- • Excellent high-speed stability and grand touring capability
Cons:
- • High initial purchase price and running costs
- • Subtle styling might be too understated for some
- • Limited availability and specialist servicing
- • Based on BMW's N55, some common BMW issues may arise (e.g., charge pipe, oil leaks)
- • Rear-wheel drive variant can be challenging in adverse weather without proper tires
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe (E92): 2012 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | B3 |
| Generation: | F30 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 (410 Hp) BITURBO |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 410 Hp @ 5500-6250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 137.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 600 Nm @ 3000-4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2979 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 305 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.9 kg/Hp, 254.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 372.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1610 |
| Max. weight: | 2160 |
| Max load: | 550 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4628 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Width: | 1811 mm mm [29mm more] |
| Height: | 1409 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2810 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Front track: | 1539 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1556 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/30 ZR20; 265/30 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 20; 9J x 20 |
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