The two-door 3 Series Coupé (E36) appeared for the first time as an independent version alongside the sedan, which was now only available as a four-door model. It was launched in the marketplace in 1992 and was discontinued in 1998. Although the engineering of the coupé is identical with the 3 Series Sedan, it has some unique visual and equipment features that above all highlight the sporty and luxurious sophistication within the compact 3 Series.