
Ceramic vs Semi-Metallic Brake Pads: Key Differences for European Cars
Explore the differences between ceramic vs semi-metallic brake pads for European street cars, including performance, noise, and temperature factors.
By Lee Shahin ·
122 brake upgrades for the F30 2016-2018 BMW 340i (B58 3.0L turbo inline-six) from 19 brands. Performance pads, rotors, lines and big brake kits.
Brands on this page: ECS (22), Dinan (16), Hawk (16), EBC (14), Brembo (10), Genuine BMW M Performance (8), DBA (4), Pagid Racing (4), Power Stop (4), Vargas Turbo Technologies (4), ATE (3), Assembled By ECS (3), Motul (3), Pentosin (3), Turner Motorsport (3), TRW (2), Castrol (1), Goodridge (1), Racingline (1).

Assembled By ECS · Part no. DP32131CKT
You need a pad that grabs hard when you hit the twisties, but won’t embarrass you with loud squeals or caked-on dust during your daily commute.
EBC · Part no. UD1656

EBC · Part no. DP42131R
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance

EBC · Part no. DP52130NDX
The perfect pad for your trackday adventure! Offers increased braking performance and heat resistance over YellowStuff pads.

EBC · Part no. DP32130C
High performance street pad featuring Kevlar technology.

EBC · Part no. DP42130R
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP82130RP1
Unlock the full stopping potential of your vehicle with EBC Brakes RP-1 Track and Race Brake Pads.
EBC · Part no. DP82133RP1
Transform your vehicle's stopping capabilities with the EBC RP-1 ultra-high-performance track day brake pads.
EBC · Part no. DP82130RPX
Unlock extreme stopping power and aggressive performance for your track machine with EBC Brakes RP-X Race Front Brake Pads.
EBC · Part no. DP82133RPX
Upgrade your vehicle's stopping power with EBC Brakes Racing RP-X track and race brake pads.

EBC · Part no. DP52133NDX
The perfect pad for your trackday adventure! Offers increased braking performance and heat resistance over YellowStuff pads.

EBC · Part no. DP32131C
Red Stuff high performance lowest dust rating pads for Prestige imports and faster street driving
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without M-sport rear brakes with 330x20mm rear rotors

EBC · Part no. DP32133C
High performance street pad featuring Kevlar technology.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport Brakes

EBC · Part no. DP42133R
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport Brakes

ECS · Part no. 059150LA01
Ideal for custom applications or to eliminate the OEM wear sensor.

ECS · Part no. 341168788761KT
These enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pads offer an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles Equipped with M Sport Package (S337A)

ECS · Part no. EP24-1609
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.

ECS · Part no. EP24-1610
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without M-sport rear brakes with 330x20mm rear rotors

ECS · Part no. EP24-1656
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport Brakes with 345x24mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB765B.664KT
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust and noise
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport (340mm) or M Performance (370mm) brakes

Hawk · Part no. HB765G.664KT
Upgrade to Hawk performance pads

Hawk · Part no. HB765U.664KT
Upgrade to Hawk performance pads
Hawk · Part no. HB765Z.664

Hawk · Part no. HB765B.664
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust and noise

Hawk · Part no. HB765W.664
High-torque dirt-track pads

Hawk · Part no. HB766C.624
Hawk HPX pads deliver smooth bite and consistent braking, built for the demands of Autocross!

Hawk · Part no. HB766N.624
A compound can take the heat at the track and get you home safely
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 2-piston rear calipers with 345x24mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB825B.649
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust and noise
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles without M-sport rear brakes with 330x20mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB766B.624
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust and noise
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 2-piston rear calipers with 345x24mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB766G.624
Upgrade to Hawk performance pads
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 2-piston rear calipers with 345x24mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB766U.624
Upgrade to Hawk performance pads
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 2-piston rear calipers with 345x24mm rear rotors

Hawk · Part no. HB766Q.624
Upgrade to Hawk performance pads
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with 2-piston rear calipers with 345x24mm rear rotors

Pagid Racing · Part no. 4931RSL1
Popular street and endurance racing pad with slightly higher friction levels than RSL29 pads. Same friction material used in several European racing series.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M-sport brakes with 370x30mm front rotors

Pagid Racing · Part no. 4933RSL1
Popular street and endurance racing pad with slightly higher friction levels than RSL29 pads. Same friction material used in several European racing series.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport Brakes with 345x24mm rear rotors

Pagid Racing · Part no. 493129
Popular street and endurance racing pad. Same friction material used in several European racing series.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 493329
Popular street and endurance racing pad. Same friction material used in several European racing series.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport Brakes with 345x24mm rear rotors

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34106797602SKT
Upgrade Your F30's Braking Capabilities with ECS V5 Rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance pads!
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles With Base Brakes (Grey Calipers)

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34106797606SKT
Upgrade Your F30's Braking Capabilities with ECS V5 Cross-Drilled & Slotted Rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance pads
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport and M Performance Brakes (Painted Calipers Only)

Brembo · Part no. 3411679947B
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)

Brembo · Part no. 3411679946B
This pair of Brembo calipers are a direct replacement for factory M-Sport and 35/40i brake calipers, found on many F3X BMW vehicles.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with Base Brakes

Brembo · Part no. 342167994612B
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)

Brembo · Part no. 3411679947S
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)

Brembo · Part no. 3411679946Y
This pair of Brembo calipers are a direct replacement for factory M-Sport and 35/40i brake calipers, found on many F3X BMW vehicles.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with Base Brakes

Brembo · Part no. 3411679947Y
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)
Brembo · Part no. 342167994612Y
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)

Dinan · Part no. D290-0301-BD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0301-B
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0301-RD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0301-R
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0303-BD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with Standard Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0304-BD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with M Sport Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0304-B
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with M Sport Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0303-B
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with Standard Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0304-RD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with M Sport Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0303-RD
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with Standard Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0304-R
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with M Sport Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-0303-R
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles with Standard Brakes

Dinan · Part no. D290-1005-G
Upgrade your brakes and increase stopping power with Dinan's bolt on big brake upgrade!

Dinan · Part no. D290-1005-R
Upgrade your brakes and increase stopping power with Dinan's bolt on big brake upgrade!

Dinan · Part no. D290-1006-G
Upgrade your brakes and increase stopping power with Dinan's bolt on big brake upgrade!

Dinan · Part no. D290-1006-R
Upgrade your brakes and increase stopping power with Dinan's bolt on big brake upgrade!

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34112450470
Retrofit big brake kit direct from BMW

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34112450469
Retrofit big brake kit direct from BMW

Power Stop · Part no. CRK7436
Complete Geomet® Z23 brake refresh with sensors for F3x performance.

Power Stop · Part no. K7436
For the daily driver who wants a bit more "bite" without the noise of a race track pad.
Retailer fitment note: Fits 2016-2018 BMW 340i w/ 4 Piston Front Calipers

Power Stop · Part no. K7436-26
Includes performance drilled and slotted rotors and Power Stop's Extreme Carbon-Fiber Ceramic pads.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles fitted with the M-Performance braking kit

Power Stop · Part no. K6672-26
Includes performance drilled and slotted rotors and Power Stop's Extreme Carbon-Fiber Ceramic pads.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with M Sport brakes
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-F3RDB6BLK
Engineered for maximum weight savings and wheel fitment options, the Ultimate Rear Drag Brake Conversion Kit is a game-changer for competitive drag racing.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-F3RDB5RED
The VTT F3X Ultimate Rear Drag Brake Conversion Kit is the premier solution for F3X owners looking to optimize their vehicle for competitive drag racing.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-F3RDB3SIL
Replaces the heavy factory single-piston rear calipers and large rotors with a lightweight system centered around 4-piston Wilwood calipers.

ATE · Part no. SD0T51
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 180°C (347°F)

ATE · Part no. SL6
A low viscosity fluid replacing DOT 4 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet 175°C (347°F)

ATE · Part no. TYPE200
DOT4 compliant. Boiling point - Dry 280?C (536?F) / Wet 200?C (392?F)

Brembo · Part no. L05010
Offers higher wet boiling point than DOT 4 fluid

Castrol · Part no. SRF
Ultra high performing silicone-based brake fluid that exceeds DOT5 boiling points

EBC · Part no. BF307
DOT4 compliant. Boiling point - Dry 307°C (585°F) / Wet 185°C (365°F)

Hawk · Part no. HP520
Made for high performance street specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.

Hawk · Part no. HP600
Made for race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.

Hawk · Part no. HP660
Made for high performance race specifications and handles a higher dry boiling point than a typical off the shelf brake fluid.

Motul · Part no. 8070HC
Boiling point - Dry 272?C (522?F) / Wet 185?C (365?F)

Motul · Part no. 8069HC
Boiling point - Dry 312C (594F) / Wet 216C (421F)

Motul · Part no. 847205
Boiling point - Dry 325?C (617?F) / Wet 204?C (399?F)

Pentosin · Part no. 1244116
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.

Pentosin · Part no. 1244204
Pentosin DOT 5.1 Class 7 Low Viscosity Brake Fluid. Ultra High-Performance Brake Fluid for hydraulic brake systems and clutch actuation in passenger cars, trucks, and motorcycles.

Pentosin · Part no. 1204114
Boiling Point - Dry 265°C (509°F) / Wet >165°C (329°F)

Racingline · Part no. VWR69000BF1
Highly refined Super DOT4 giving a significantly higher boiling point than a regular DOT5.1

TRW · Part no. PFB601
Boiling point - Dry 312°C (594°F) / Wet 204°C (399°F)

TRW · Part no. PFB532
TRW DOT 5.1 fluid. Boiling point - Dry 269°C (516°F) / Wet 187°C (368°F)

DBA · Part no. DBA2286EKT
Upgrade to DBA's En-Shield Smooth Brake Rotors!

DBA · Part no. DBA3279SKT
Upgrade to DBA's T2 Street Series Brake Rotors!

DBA · Part no. DBA2676SKT
Upgrade to DBA's T2 Street Series Brake Rotors!

DBA · Part no. DBA2286SKT
Upgrade to DBA's T2 Street Series Brake Rotors!
Retailer fitment note: For Vehicles With S2NHA M-Sport Brake Package

ECS · Part no. 009607ECS01AKT
Bolt-on weight savings for vehicles with 370mm M Performance brakes! Better handling, better acceleration, and better braking.
Retailer fitment note: Improves braking performance, handling response, and acceleration. An all-around upgrade in chassis dynam For vehicles with painted four piston M Sport or M Performance 370mm brake package only

ECS · Part no. 34106797602-DS
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with standard brakes (Grey Calipers) only

ECS · Part no. 34106797602-XS
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with standard brakes (Grey Calipers) only

ECS · Part no. 34106797606-XS
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted four piston M Sport or M Performance 370mm brake package only

ECS · Part no. 34106797602-P
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating
ECS · Part no. 34106797606-P
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted four piston M Sport or M Performance 370mm brake package only

ECS · Part no. 34106797602-S
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with standard brakes (Grey Calipers) only

ECS · Part no. 34106797606-S
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted four piston M Sport or M Performance 370mm brake package only

ECS · Part no. 34216864899-XS
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with Single-Piston rear Grey Calipers only

ECS · Part no. 34206894382-XS
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted M Sport 2-piston rear Brembo Calipers only

ECS · Part no. 34216864899-P
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with Single-Piston rear Grey Calipers only

ECS · Part no. 34206894382-P
Precision manufactured and featuring a GeoSpec® corrosion-resistant coating
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted M Sport 2-piston rear Brembo Calipers only

ECS · Part no. 34216864899-S
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with Single-Piston rear Grey Calipers only
ECS · Part no. 34206894382-S
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles with painted M Sport 2-piston rear Brembo Calipers only

Brembo · Part no. 3411679946S
This pair of Brembo calipers are a direct replacement for factory M-Sport and 35/40i brake calipers, found on many F3X BMW vehicles.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with Base Brakes

Brembo · Part no. 342167994612S
This pair of Brembo calipers are sure to restore or upgrade your braking performance. Direct replacement for F8x M2/M3/M4 and vehicles with the M-Performance Braking System retrofit kit.
Retailer fitment note: For vehicles equipped with M Sport Brakes (Option Code S2NHA2)

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855485
Stop fast and look great doing it

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855486
Stop fast and look great doing it

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855483
Stop fast and look great doing it
Retailer fitment note: For F8X with steel brakes or F3X with M performance brakes For vehicles with M Performance brakes

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855484
Stop fast and look great doing it
Retailer fitment note: For F8X with steel brakes or F3X with M performance brakes For vehicles with M Performance brakes

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855481
Stop fast and look great doing it
Retailer fitment note: For F8X with steel brakes or F3X with M performance brakes For vehicles with M Performance brakes

Genuine BMW M Performance · Part no. 34206855482
Stop fast and look great doing it
Retailer fitment note: For F8X with steel brakes or F3X with M performance brakes

ECS · Part no. 010025ECS01B
Manufactured by ECS Tuning to replicate your stock lines. (DOT-compliant)

ECS · Part no. 002566ECS01AKT1
Set of 4 DOT-compliant lines, manufactured by ECS Tuning to replace your standard rubber lines.

ECS · Part no. 025321ECS01
DOT-compliant kit to improve pedal feel in your vehicle.

Goodridge · Part no. 31066
Set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel
Retailer fitment note: For model years 2012 and newer

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022760TMS09
Featuring new Corrosion resistant Coating, and new low profile hardware! Made in US!

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022760TMS01
New low profile hardware! Twice the corrosion resistance of standard SS Lines!

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022756TMS01
New Zinc-Nickel coating for superior corrosion resistance! New low profile hardware for a cleaner mounted look! DOT compliant and made here in USA!
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-BMW-LL-3
This "Plug & Play" system uses a wireless remote control switch with four modes, allowing you to trigger your front brake lock from a handheld remote.
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