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BMW M3 CSL

BMW M3 CSL
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The BMW M3 CSL is a four-seat sedan produced from 1989 onwards. It features a 3,246 cm³ engine and measures 4,490 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,364 kg. The model has a top speed of 265 km/h. In Norway, one example was registered in 2019.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerBMW
ProductionFrom 1989
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
Engine power405 kW (543 hp)
COâ‚‚ (WLTP)237 g/km
Kerb weight1,913 kg
Displacement3,246 cc
Top speed265 km/h
Dimensions and layout
Length4,490 mm
Width1,780 mm
Height1,370 mm
Seats4
Doors2

Engine power, COâ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 19 European countries that registered the BMW M3 CSL in 2025 (319 cars). Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of BMW M3 CSL registered for the first time in Norway per year.

BMW M3 CSL first registrations in Norway per year
20191
20235
20252

Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of BMW M3 CSL cars registered for the first time across 19 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
Germany145
France33
Italy29
Sweden22
Spain17
Poland15
Czechia11
Portugal10
Belgium9
Luxembourg7
Netherlands5
Bulgaria4
Romania3
Slovakia2
Austria2

Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the BMW M3 CSL (from registration data). 13 variants.

Engine variants for BMW M3 CSL
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.3 l · 4-cylPetrolManual–13.1 l/100 km1989–1991
3.0 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–11.8 l/100 km1995
3.0 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–11.8 l/100 km1995
3.0 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–11.9 l/100 km2015–2021
3.0 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–12.2 l/100 km2015–2018
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–11.2 l/100 km1996–1997
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–11.8 l/100 km1997
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–11.5 l/100 km1998–1999
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–11.8 l/100 km1998
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolManual–13.8 l/100 km2001–2006
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic–13.8 l/100 km2002–2006
4.0 l · 8-cylPetrolManual–14.7 l/100 km2008–2010
4.0 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic–14.7 l/100 km2008–2010

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

Successor: BMW M4 CSL →

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the BMW M3 CSL in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the BMW M3 CSL?
The BMW M3 CSL has a rated top speed of 265 km/h.
How much power does the BMW M3 CSL have?
The BMW M3 CSL produces 405 kW (543 hp).
What are the dimensions of the BMW M3 CSL?
The BMW M3 CSL is 4,490 mm long, 1,780 mm wide and 1,370 mm tall.
How much does the BMW M3 CSL weigh?
The BMW M3 CSL has a kerb weight of about 1,913 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the BMW M3 CSL?
The BMW M3 CSL emits 237 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the BMW M3 CSL have?
The BMW M3 CSL has 4 seats.