Brake fluid
Every 24 months
24 months
Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]E36 · 1992–1995
BMW M3 M3 E36 · 286 hp (1992 to 1995)
The BMW M3 M3 of the E36 generation uses the S50B30 petrol engine with 286 hp.
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- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 286 PS / 210 kW
- Displacement
- 2 990 cm³
- Cylinders
- 6
- Engine code
- S50B30
- Period covered
- 1992–1995
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Manual · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
286 hp (210 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1992 to 1995.
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In the range
It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation.
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Maintenance and records
Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the BMW M3 M3 E36?
The S50B30 petrol engine (2 990 cc), 286 hp (210 kW).
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Which oil for the BMW M3 M3?
A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the S50B30 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026