E3
The BMW E3, produced from 1968 to 1977, is a luxury six-cylinder inline sedan that marked BMW's return to the upper segment. Designed to combine sporty performance with comfort, it served as a precursor to the 7 Series. This page brings together the versions referenced by ScanRacer, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages. It links the model overview to version-by-year pages.
Variants by year
1968
Model summary
Data from the ScanRacer library, organized to compare versions quickly.
Model introduction
The BMW E3, produced from 1968 to 1977, is a luxury six-cylinder inline sedan that marked BMW's return to the upper segment. Designed to combine sporty performance with comfort, it served as a precursor to the 7 Series. This page brings together the versions referenced by ScanRacer, including years, variants, rarities, and available detailed pages. It links the model overview to version-by-year pages.
History
The BMW E3, nicknamed "Neue Sechszylinder" or "Grand Sedan," was launched in 1968 to compete with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It was equipped with six-cylinder inline engines from the M30 family, with displacements ranging from 2.5 to 3.3 liters and outputs up to 200 hp. The models evolved over the years, with notable improvements in 1971 and 1974-1975, including the introduction of electronic fuel injection. Production ceased in 1977, replaced by the 7 Series. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Generations
The BMW E3 was produced in a single generation from 1968 to 1977. This generation underwent major developments, notably in 1971 with the introduction of electronic fuel injection, and in 1974-1975 with enhancements in performance and comfort. These changes solidified the E3's position as a sporty luxury sedan. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Key differences
The main differences between BMW E3 models lie in engine displacement, the presence or absence of electronic fuel injection, and comfort features. Later models offered enhanced performance and superior luxury features. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Photo recognition
To identify a BMW E3, look for a luxury sedan from 1968 to 1977 with elegant lines, a distinctive front grille, and round headlights. Later models may feature badges indicating electronic fuel injection or specific model designations. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
Important versions
Notable versions of the BMW E3 include the 3.0 S introduced in 1971, offering enhanced performance, and the 3.3 Li model from 1975, the most powerful in the series with 200 hp. (bmwgroup-classic.com)
References
- BMW Grand Sedan (E3) model seriesBMW Group Classic
- https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/autokatalog/marken-modelle/bmw/e3/adac.de
- https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/autokatalog/marken-modelle/bmw/e3/?filter=NONEadac.de
- https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/models/bmw-classics/product-description-page.ad-1368-1.bmw-grand-sedan-e3.htmlbmwgroup-classic.com
- https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/history/historic-modeloverview-bmw/product-description-page.ad-57-1.bmw-3-0-s-e3.content.htmlbmwgroup-classic.com
- https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/models/bmw-classics/product-description-page.ad-60-1.bmw-3-3-li-e3.htmlbmwgroup-classic.com
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the BMW E3 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 1968.