DIXCEL Front Brake Pads BMW 3 Series (E36/E46) / Z3 / Z4 (E85/E86)

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DIXCEL Front Brake Pads Daily / Street / M Type$360.00

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DIXCEL Front Brake Pads - BMW 3 Series (E36/E46) / Z3 / Z4 (E85/E86)

Upgrade your BMW 3 Series, Z3 or Z4's front braking performance with Dixcel brake pads, engineered in Japan and developed through decades of OEM supply and motorsport experience. Dixcel pads are designed to deliver consistent braking performance, stable pedal feel, and reliable control for daily driving through to more spirited use.

This listing covers a wide range of BMW 3 Series and roadster models, including the 3 Series E36 (316i, 318i, 318iS, 318Ti, 323i, 325i, 328i and the Executive, Limited and Signature Edition models), the 3 Series E46 (316Ti, 318Ci, 318i, 318Ti Compact, 320Ci, 320D, 320i, 323Ci, 323i, 325Ci, 325i, 325Ti Compact, 328Ci, 328i), the Z3 (E36) Roadster and the Z4 (E85/E86) 2.2i, 2.5i, 2.5si, 3.0i and 3.0si. Multiple compound options are available, ranging from street-focused replacements to higher-performance applications. Use the comparison chart on this product page to select the compound best suited to your driving style and vehicle configuration.

Key Features

  • Dixcel Part Number: 1210710
  • Engineered in Japan
  • Range of compounds available for daily, track and spirited driving
  • Consistent braking performance and stable pedal feel

Vehicle compatibility, OEM part numbers and pad shape are provided in the tabs above. Please ensure your vehicle's year, trim level, and brake configuration are confirmed before ordering.

Not sure which compound is right for your vehicle? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au for expert advice.
DIXCEL BRAKES

Product Comparison

Select up to two products below to compare their technical specifications side-by-side.

Premium Type
European CarsStreet

Premium Type

Excellent braking power and dust reduction for European applications.

EC Type
JDM CarsStreet

EC Type

Improved effectiveness and reduced dust. Perfect for JDM city driving.

M Type
StreetUltra-Low Dust

M Type

Ultra-low dust pad for clean wheels without sacrificing stopping power.

X Type
4x4 / SUV PadDirt / Rally

X Type

High stopping power for heavy SUVs. Effective with large diameter wheels.

ES Type
StreetSpirited Driving

ES Type

Entry-level sports pad with increased heat resistance and stable braking.

S Type
StreetCircuit

S Type

Street Sports pad ideal for lightweight vehicles. Firm rigid pedal touch.

Z Type
StreetFull Circuit

Z Type

All-round performance. Best match for high grip radial tyres.

RE Type
Sprint Racing

RE Type

ABS-compatible racing pad. Minimises ABS intervention for high-grip tyres.

RA Type
High Power Racing

RA Type

Racing pads pursuing high effectiveness and linear control for high-powered cars.

Specom-β
Endurance

Specom-β

Endurance racing pad with exceptionally high wear resistance and stability.

Pad Specifications

FeaturePad APad B
Intended Use––
Target Vehicle––
Friction Material––
Bite Coefficient (µ)––
Initial Bite Feel––
Operating Temp––
Dust Level––
Rotor Wear––
Tyre Match––
Hardware Included––

* "YES*" denotes wear sensors are included on primary street applications where applicable. Track-only pads omit sensors due to extreme temperatures.

PD Type
StreetAnti-Rust

PD Type

Standard replacement rotor with factory-beating precision and anti-rust coating.

SD Type
SlottedAnti-Rust

SD Type

Up to 20% more braking power with 6 offset slits for enhanced street and sports driving.

FP Type
Heat TreatedHigh Carbon

FP Type

Professional plain rotor with advanced heat treatment and 20% more carbon for ultimate crack resistance.

FS Type
Heat TreatedSlotted

FS Type

The ultimate slotted racing rotor, combining high-carbon durability with enhanced initial bite.

2-Piece Assembly
2-Piece FloatingRacing

2-Piece Assembly

Floating 2-piece structure prevents thermal judder, cuts weight, and allows outer ring replacement.

Rotor Specifications

FeatureRotor ARotor B
Intended Use––
Target Stage––
Material Structure––
Surface Design––
Anti-Rust Coating––
Heat Treatment––
Hub Structure––
Key Benefit––

* Anti-rust coatings inhibit rust but do not completely prevent it on cast iron. Black finishing on 2-piece rotors wears to bare iron on the pad contact surface.
* Note: PD and SD type rotors may feature High Carbon (HC) material depending on the specific car model application.

FAQ

DIXCEL Brake Pads – Frequently Asked Questions

DIXCEL pads are engineered in Japan to provide improved stopping power, stronger pedal feel, heat resistance and long-term durability. They offer a more controlled braking feel than OEM pads, especially under repeated braking.

  • EC Type: Daily street use – quiet & comfortable.
  • Premium Type: OEM-plus upgrade for comfort & usability.
  • M Type: Ultra-low dust – keeps wheels clean.
  • ES Type: Spirited driving & winding roads.
  • S Type: Street-sports & occasional track.
  • Z Type: Street → supersprints → light circuit.
  • RE / Specom B: Motorsport-only – not suitable for road use.

Most street-compound DIXCEL pads include wear sensors if the vehicle requires them. Some cars do not use sensors at all. If your vehicle normally runs a wear sensor and the pad set does not include one, a replacement sensor can be added separately as an optional extra.

Street-focused pads generally include anti-squeal shims and grease. Motorsport compounds typically do not include shims due to high temperature operation and racing caliper design.

Pad life depends heavily on vehicle weight, brake temperature, pad compound and driving style. Gentle daily commuting will see much longer life than repeated hard braking, spirited driving or track use, which can wear pads significantly faster.

Street compounds are designed to minimise noise. Motorsport pads may squeal when cold or lightly used – this is normal behaviour at race-level temperatures.

Yes — bedding-in is essential for correct friction transfer. Perform several medium-pressure stops to apply material to the rotor, followed by light driving to cool the brakes before heavy use.

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