BMW models and chassis are designated with an internal code to tell them apart. These are known as the BMW E-codes, F-codes, and G-codes. Every BMW production model, and even some prototypes and concept cars, are given a type designation.
Is my BMW a E90?
BMW 3 Series (E90/E91/E92/E93)
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Model years
What are the BMW model numbers?
Letters Numbers Car Type
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Z 1, 3, 4, 8, 9 Z4 is a Rear-Wheel Drive Sports car available in Two-Seater Roadster body shape.
i 3 i3 is an Urban Electric car which is available in 5-door hatchback shape.
i 8 i8 is a Plug-in Hybrid Grand Tourer Sportscar
Is my BMW an E90?
BMW 3 Series (E90/E91/E92/E93)
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Model years
What year is a series 3 BMW?
The 3 Series came to the U.S. as the 1977 model. The BMW E21 known as the 320i was the only version made available for the U.S. market at the time. The agile 2.0 liter 4-cylinder, 2-door Sedan was slightly larger than the retired BMW 02 Coupe.