
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 ·
142 brake upgrades for the E92 2008-2013 BMW M3 (S65 4.0L V8) from 24 brands. Performance pads, rotors, lines and big brake kits.
Brands on this page: Brembo (45), ECS (19), EBC (13), Assembled By ECS (12), Hawk (6), Pagid Racing (6), Vargas Turbo Technologies (6), Dinan (5), Turner Motorsport (4), ATE (3), Girodisc (3), Motul (3), Pentosin (3), SHW Performance (2), Suvneer (2), TRW (2), Akebono (1), Castrol (1), Genuine BMW (1), Goodridge (1), PFC Brakes (1), Pagid (1), Racingline (1), Textar (1).

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34112283801
Features ECS V5 Performance rotors, your choice of pads, and everything you need for a smooth install!

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34212283803
Features ECS V5 Performance rotors, your choice of pads, and everything you need for a smooth install!

Assembled By ECS · Part no. E9XM3F8XBBKBKT
Retrofit your E9X M3 brakes with the F80 brakes for increased stopping power and performance - this kit features Brembo X-Style calipers, 034 Motorsport 2-Piece Rotors, Hawk HPS 5.0 Pads, and all the items needed to comp

Assembled By ECS · Part no. E9XM3F8XBBKBKT2
Retrofit your E9X M3 brakes with the F80 brakes for increased stopping power and performance - this kit features Brembo X-Style calipers, ECS V5 Drilled Rotors, EP24 Enthusiast Performance Pads, and all the items needed

Assembled By ECS · Part no. E9XM3F8XBBKBKT1
Retrofit your E9X M3 brakes with the F80 brakes for increased stopping power and performance - this kit features Brembo X-Style calipers, Genuine BMW 2-Piece Rotors, Hawk HPS 5.0 Pads, and all the items needed to complet

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 3411228380SKT
Featuring ECS V5 Rotors and ECS EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" brake pads

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 001004ECS01AKT2
Featuring front and rear ECS 2-piece semi-floating cross drilled and slotted rotors and ECS EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" brake pads

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 001004ECS01AKT3
Featuring ECS 2-piece semi-floating cross drilled and slotted rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance pads

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34112283802KT2
Featuring OEM Zimmermann rotors & ECS EP24 "Enthusiast Performance" pads.

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 34112283802KT1
Featuring OEM Zimmermann rotors and ECS EP24 Enthusiast Performance pads

Assembled By ECS · Part no. 001004ECS01AKT5
Featuring ECS 2-piece semi-floating cross drilled and slotted rotors and ECS EP24 performance brake pads.

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.9013A1

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.9013AR

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.9013A2

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.8033A3

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.9013A3

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.8033A5

Brembo · Part no. 2P3.8033A5

Brembo · Part no. 2P3.9013A5

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.9013A1

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.8033A2

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.9013A2

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.8033A3

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.9013A3

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.8033A5

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505A1

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505AR

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505A2

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.9003A2

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505A3

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.9003A3

Brembo · Part no. 1N3.9003A5

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.9003A2

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.8505A3

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.9003A3

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.9003A5

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505AS
Features Cross Drilled Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.8505AS
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. GT-S-1N-.9003A
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers
Retailer fitment note: Call Us For Special Clearance Price!

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.8033AS
Features Cross Drilled Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 4-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 2P3.8033AS
Features Type 3 Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 4-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 2P3.9013AS
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.9003AS
Features Cross Drilled Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.8033AS
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 4-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.9013AS
Features Cross Drilled Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 4-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 2P2.9013AS
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 4-Piston Calipers

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.8505A1
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 6 piston calipers (black), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.8505A2
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 6 piston calipers (red), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.9003A1
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (drilled), 6 piston calipers (black), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.9003A1
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 6 piston calipers (black), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 1N3.9003A2
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 6 piston calipers (red), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 2P1.8033A2
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 4 piston calipers (black), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 2P3.9013A2
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (slotted), 4 piston calipers (red), & high performance Brembo pads

Brembo · Part no. 1N1.8505A5
Upgrade to 2 piece rotors (drilled), 6 piston calipers (yellow), & high performance Brembo pads

Dinan · Part no. D290-0921
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0923
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

EBC · Part no. BBK0501
Upgrade to EBC's 6-Piston Big-Brake Kit!

ECS · Part no. 004038ECS04GECKT
Upgrade to F8x Big Brakes on Your E9x M3!
Retailer fitment note: Requires Use of 19" Wheels

ECS · Part no. 004038ECS04KT
Upgrade to blue 6-piston F10 M5 calipers, ECS 2-piece rotors in the front, ECS 2-piece rotors in the rear and stainless steel brake lines all around! Includes fluid and all hardware.
Retailer fitment note: A 10mm spacer may be required, please check fitment guide prior to ordering

ECS · Part no. 004038ECS04KT1
Upgrade to gold 6-piston F80 M3 calipers, ECS 2-piece rotors in the front, ECS 2-piece rotors in the rear and stainless steel brake lines all around! Includes fluid and all hardware.
Retailer fitment note: A 10mm spacer may be required, please check fitment guide prior to ordering

ECS · Part no. 004038ECS01KT
Upgrade to blue 6-piston F10 M5 calipers, ECS 2-piece rotors, and stainless steel brake lines. Includes fluid and all hardware.
Retailer fitment note: A 10mm spacer may be required, please check fitment guide prior to ordering

ECS · Part no. 004038ECS01KT1
Allows you to upgrade to blue 6-piston F10 M5 calipers, ECS 2-piece rotors, and stainless steel brake lines.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-FB-BLK32
Transform the front end of your BMW with the Vargas Ultimate Front Drag Brake Kit.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-FB-BLK12
Engineered for straight-line dominance, the VTT BMW Ultimate Front Drag Brake Kit focuses on the physics of the quarter-mile.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-FB-RED13
The Vargas Ultimate Front Drag Brake Kit is a specialized braking system designed to optimize the power-to-weight ratio of E-Series BMW platforms.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-FB-SIL31
Features the robust GT36 rotors, specifically engineered to handle the demands of both street driving and high-speed drag racing duties without sacrificing durability.
Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-FB-SIL11
The VTT Ultimate Front Drag Brake Kit is the premier solution for BMW owners looking to shave their ETs while maintaining versatility for the street.

Vargas Turbo Technologies · Part no. VTT-E-ULTFRDBK
Shave some weight and fit 15" wheels!

Akebono · Part no. EUR919KT
Offers excellent pedal feedback, low dust, and smooth initial bite. A favorite among BMW enthusiasts.

EBC · Part no. DP21449
Mildly upgraded pad, great for an afternoon of sporty driving.

EBC · Part no. DP31449C
A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology

EBC · Part no. DP41449R
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP81449RP1
Unlock true track-day potential and precision stopping power with EBC Brakes RP-1 Track and Race Brake Pads.
EBC · Part no. DP81451RP1
Elevate your track-day performance with the EBC Brakes RP-1 Race Rear Brake Pad Set.
EBC · Part no. DP81449RPX
Transform your vehicle’s braking performance with high-performance track pads engineered for serious driving enthusiasts.
EBC · Part no. DP81451RPX
Unlock serious stopping power and high-friction performance on the track with EBC Racing's RP-X rear brake pads.

EBC · Part no. DP31451C
A high performance street pad, featuring Kevlar technology

EBC · Part no. DP41451R
EBC's premium sport street pad that offers high friction levels and heat fade resistance
EBC · Part no. DP81449.19SR11
Elevate your vehicle's braking capability on the circuit with EBC Brakes' flagship sintered race compound.
EBC · Part no. DP81449.19SR21
Elevate your track day performance and dominate endurance sessions with EBC Brakes’ SR-21 Sintered Race Brake Pads.

ECS · Part no. 008615LA01
Ideal for custom applications or to eliminate the OEM wear sensor

ECS · Part no. EP24-918
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. EP24-919
This enthusiast-developed high-performance street and light track pad offers an ideal solution for the spirited commuter and weekend autocross driver alike.

Genuine BMW · Part no. 34112283865KT1
Includes front and rear pads

Hawk · Part no. HB551W.748
Hawk · Part no. HB534D.750
Take your vehicle’s stopping power to the next level with Hawk Performance ER-1 Motorsport Brake Pads.

Hawk · Part no. HB551B.748KT1
Next generation high performance street brake pad offering greater stopping power and pedal feel, with very low dust and noise
PFC Brakes · Part no. 0919.11.16.44

Pagid · Part no. 34112283865KT2
An excellent alternative to more expensive OEM pads

Pagid Racing · Part no. 8053RSL1
Popular street and endurance racing pad with slightly higher friction levels than RSL29 pads. Same friction material used in several European racing series.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 805319
The early favorite of the Yellow Endurance brake pads, similar to the RSL29 but with a slightly lower bite.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 80538021RSL19KT
The early favorite of the Yellow Endurance brake pads, similar to the RSL29 but with a slightly lower bite.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 802119
The early favorite of the Yellow Endurance brake pads, similar to the RSL29 but with a slightly lower bite.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 805329
Popular street and endurance racing pad. Same friction material used in several European racing series.

Pagid Racing · Part no. 802129
Popular street and endurance racing pad. Same friction material used in several European racing series.

Suvneer · Part no. ADP-001R
Designed to respect the braking zone while providing the unwavering stability needed for late-apex maneuvers and high-speed deceleration.

Suvneer · Part no. ADP-002R
The essential rear-axle companion for BMW's most powerful legacy platforms, including the V10-powered M5 and M6.

Textar · Part no. 34112283865KT
An excellent alternative to more expensive OEM pads

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)

Brembo · Part no. 1N2.9003AS
Features Slotted Rotors and Black Hard Anodized 6-Piston Calipers

Dinan · Part no. D290-0921-B
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0923-B
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

Dinan · Part no. D290-0923-R
The Dinan by Brembo brake conversion offers the ultimate in stopping power for the most demanding driving enthusiast.

ECS · Part no. 001004ECS01AKT
Direct bolt-on cross-drilled and slotted replacement - 2-piece semi-floating rotors offer reduced weight and additional cooling capacity versus OEM for improved braking, handling, and ride quality!

ECS · Part no. 001004ECS02AKT
Direct bolt-on cross-drilled and slotted replacement - 2-piece semi-floating rotors offer reduced unsprung weight and additional cooling capacity versus OEM for improved braking, handling, and ride quality!

ECS · Part no. 34112283801-X
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.

ECS · Part no. 34212283803-X
Precision manufactured for consistent stopping power during high performance driving. Featuring a matte black zinc coating for corrosion protection.

Girodisc · Part no. GD380.35.52
100% plug and play with your existing hats using 380x35mm rotors

Girodisc · Part no. A1-157
Girodisc · Part no. IRD1-282
SHW Performance · Part no. 34112283801
SHW Performance · Part no. 34112283802

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

ECS · Part no. 025321ECS03
DOT-compliant kit to improve pedal feel in your vehicle.

ECS · Part no. E9XM3SSKT
DOT-compliant kit to improve pedal feel in your vehicle.

ECS · Part no. 025321ECS02
DOT-compliant kit to improve pedal feel in your vehicle.

ECS · Part no. 025321ECS04
DOT-compliant kit to improve pedal feel in your vehicle.

Goodridge · Part no. 31053
Set of DOT-compliant lines for an improved pedal feel

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022756TMS10
New low profile hardware for a cleaner look! Made in USA!

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022756TMS03
New features! Low profile hardware and zinc-nickel coating for superior rest prevention!

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022756TMS02
New low profile fittings for recessed mounting! New Zinc-Nickel plating for superior rust resistance! Made in house in USA and DOT compliant!

Turner Motorsport · Part no. 022756TMS04
Longer life thanks to Zinc-Nickel corrosion resistant plating! New low profile hardware! Made in USA and DOT compliant!

ECS · Part no. 003326ECS01
Reduced caliper deflection, enhanced pedal feel, and improved pad wear. An excellent way to improve braking performance. Priced per axle.
Retailer fitment note: Industry leading design for maximum performance with minimal maintenance!

ECS · Part no. 003326ECS02
Reduced caliper deflection, enhanced pedal feel, and improved pad wear. An excellent way to improve braking performance. Priced per axle.
Retailer fitment note: Industry leading design for maximum performance with minimal maintenance! For use with front brakes only.

ECS · Part no. 003326ECS03
Highly recommended for installation of ECS Tuning's bronze caliper guide bushings
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