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This table lists six versions of the E9 coupé built between 12/1968 and 11/1975, all powered by the 12-valve M30 inline-six petrol engine with a timing chain. The 2800 CS, 2.5 CS and 3.0 CS breathe through two Zenith carburettors, while the 3.0 CSi, CSiL and CSL switch to Bosch D-Jetronic injection. Output ranges from 150 to 206 hp, the top figure belonging to the 3.0 CSL, a 3.2-litre lightweight homologation special. Find your version in the table to order parts that match your engine.
| Version | Period | Engine code | Displacement (L) | Power (hp) | Fuel | Carburettor / Injection | Cylinders / Valves | Timing drive | Torque (Nm) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 CS | 05/1974–11/1975 | M30 | 2.5 | 150 | Petrol | 2 Zenith 35/40 INAT carburettors | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 211 @ 3700 | |
| 2800 CS | 12/1968–03/1971 | M30 | 2.8 | 170 | Petrol | 2 Zenith carburettors | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 235 @ 3700 | First E9 |
| 3.0 CS | 04/1971–11/1975 | M30 | 3.0 (2986) | 180 | Petrol | 2 Zenith carburettors | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 255 @ 3700 | |
| 3.0 CSi | 02/1972–11/1975 | M30 | 3.0 (2986) | 200 | Petrol | Bosch D-Jetronic | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 272 @ 4300 | |
| 3.0 CSiL | 01/1974–11/1975 | M30 | 3.0 | 200 | Petrol | Bosch D-Jetronic | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 272 @ 4300 | |
| 3.0 CSL | 09/1972–06/1973 | M30 | 3.2 (3153) | 206 | Petrol | Bosch D-Jetronic | Inline-6 / 12 | Chain | 286 @ 4300 | Lightweight homologation special |
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