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Alpina B8 Touring (E36) 4.6 (333 Hp)
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Alpina B8:
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Touring (E36) Overview:
Alpina B8 (Touring (E36)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.6 (333 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for a 90s wagon, delivering strong acceleration and a thrilling V8 soundtrack, making it a true 'sleeper' sports car capable of high-speed touring.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large, naturally aspirated V8 from its era, fuel economy is modest, requiring frequent stops at the pump during spirited driving.
Community Verdict
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3.6 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 14 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating V8 performance
- • Exceptional exclusivity and rarity
- • Practicality of a touring body
- • Superb Alpina chassis tuning
- • Timeless E36 design with subtle enhancements
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption
- • Expensive and rare parts for maintenance
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Potential for high running costs
- • Limited availability on the used market
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E36: 1993 - 1995).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Alpina |
| Model: | B8 |
| Generation: | Touring (E36) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 (333 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 333 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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