Used 2012 BMW M3 - Specs & Features
Most Popular
2dr Convertible
4.0L 8cyl 6M
Starting MSRP
$68,750
| Overview Gas Engine | |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drive Type | Rear wheel drive |
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Total Seating | 4 |
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. |
| Fuel & MPG | |
|---|---|
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (required) |
| EPA city/highway MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| EPA combined MPG | 16 MPG |
| Range in miles (city/hwy) | 215.8/332.0 mi. |
| Fuel tank capacity | 16.6 gal. |
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Base engine size | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Horsepower | 414 hp @ 8,300 rpm |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 3,900 rpm |
| Valves | 32 |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Valve timing | Variable |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drive type | Rear wheel drive |
| Rear limited slip differential | Standard |
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Four-wheel independent suspension | Standard |
| MacPherson strut front suspension | Standard |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | Standard |
| Multi-link rear suspension | Standard |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 181.7 in. |
| Overall width without mirrors | 71.0 in. |
| Height | 54.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in. |
| Front track | 60.6 in. |
| Rear track | 60.6 in. |
| EPA interior volume | 93.2 cu.ft. |
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 9.0 cu.ft. |
| Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time | 5.1 seconds |
| Turning circle | 38.4 ft. |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.32 Cd. |
| Curb weight | 4,145 lbs. |
| Gross weight | 5,027 lbs. |
| Country of final assembly | Germany |
| Colors | |
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| Exterior Colors |
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| Interior Colors |
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| Front Seat Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Front head room | 38.0 in. |
| Front leg room | 42.0 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 55.3 in. |
| Premium leather | Standard |
| Sport front seats | Standard |
| 10-way power driver seat | Standard |
| 2-way manual driver seat adjustments | Standard |
| Height adjustable driver seat | Standard |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | Standard |
| 2 memorized driver seat settings | Standard |
| 10-way power passenger seat | Standard |
| 2-way manual passenger seat adjustment | Standard |
| Height adjustable passenger seat | Standard |
| Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support | Standard |
| Rear Seat Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Rear head room | 36.5 in. |
| Rear leg room | 32.0 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.3 in. |
| Folding rear seatback | Standard |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Post-collision safety system | Standard |
| Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags | Standard |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Child seat anchors | Standard |
| 4-wheel ABS | Standard |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | Standard |
| Emergency braking assist | Standard |
| Electronic brakeforce distribution | Standard |
| Tire pressure monitoring | Standard |
| Dusk sensing headlamps | Standard |
| Auto delay off headlamps | Standard |
| Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp | Standard |
| Adaptive headlights | Standard |
| Self-leveling headlights | Standard |
| Daytime running lights | Standard |
| Cornering lights | Standard |
| 2 front headrests | Standard |
| Front power adjustable headrests | Standard |
| 2 rear headrests | Standard |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | Standard |
| Front seatbelt pretensioners | Standard |
| Emergency interior trunk release | Standard |
| Remote anti-theft alarm system | Standard |
| Engine immobilizer | Standard |
| In-Car Entertainment | |
|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo | Standard |
| 10 total speakers | Standard |
| USB connection | Standard |
| Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control | Standard |
| Radio data system | Standard |
| Adjustable speed sensitive volume control | Standard |
| Diversity antenna | Standard |
| Power Feature | |
|---|---|
| 4 one-touch power windows | Standard |
| Remote window operation | Standard |
| Remote keyless power door locks | Standard |
| Power mirrors | Standard |
| Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse | Standard |
| Heated mirrors | Standard |
| Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Tilt and telescopic steering wheel | Standard |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | Standard |
| Speed-proportional power steering | Standard |
| Cruise control | Standard |
| Front door pockets | Standard |
| Front seatback storage | Standard |
| Remote trunk release | Standard |
| Retained accessory power | Standard |
| Power rear seat easy entry | Standard |
| Leather steering wheel | Standard |
| Dual zone front climate control | Standard |
| Rear ventilation ducts with fan control | Standard |
| Interior air filtration | Standard |
| Extended cabin heating | Standard |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | Standard |
| Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | Standard |
| Rear floor mats | Standard |
| Trunk light | Standard |
| Leather trim on shift knob | Standard |
| Front and rear reading lights | Standard |
| Instrumentation | |
|---|---|
| Trip computer | Standard |
| External temperature display | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Low fuel level warning | Standard |
| Tires & Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Alloy wheels | Standard |
| 18 x 9.5 in. wheels | Standard |
| 265/40R Z tires | Standard |
| Performance tires | Standard |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. |
| Drivetrain | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. |
| Rust | 12 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Roadside assistance | 4 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Free maintenance | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. |
| Mechanical Options | |
|---|---|
| M Double-Clutch Transmission w/Drivelogic | +$2,900 |
| Packages | |
|---|---|
| BMW Individual Composition | +$5,000 |
| Dynamic Damper Control | +$1,000 |
| Cold Weather Package | +$750 |
| Premium Package | +$2,500 |
| Safety & Security Options | |
|---|---|
| Park Distance Control (Rear Only) | +$380 |
| Interior Options | |
|---|---|
| BMW Apps | +$250 |
| Enhanced Premium Sound | +$1,900 |
| Navigation, BMW Assist w/Enhanced BT & USB | +$1,350 |
| Satellite Radio w/1 Year Subscription | +$350 |
| Heated Front Seats | +$500 |
| Comfort Access Keyless Entry | +$500 |
| Through-Loading System w/Integrated Transport Bag | +$195 |
| Exterior Options | |
|---|---|
| 19" Light Alloy Double Spoke Wheels w/Performance Tires | +$1,200 |
| Automatic High Beams | +$250 |
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