Used 2012 BMW M3 Base - Specs & Features

More about the 2012 M3

Starting MSRP

$60,100

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	16 MPG
Drive Type	rear wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	11.1 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,704 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$288/mo
Fuel type	Premium unleaded (required)
EPA city/highway MPG	14/20 MPG

EPA combined MPG	16 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	232.4/332.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	16.6 gal.
CO2 Emissions	8.8 tons

2012 BMW M3 for sale near you

3 of 20 listings

Base Coupe
MSRP: $46,997
181 mi away
Base Coupe
MSRP: $54,979
441 mi away
Base Convertible
MSRP: $29,999
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Base Convertible
MSRP: $24,995
485 mi away
Base Coupe
MSRP: $38,880
787 mi away
Base Coupe
MSRP: $46,980
892 mi away
Base Convertible
MSRP: $28,995
899 mi away
Base Coupe
MSRP: $42,999
919 mi away
Base Convertible
MSRP: $19,900
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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	181.8 in.
Overall width without mirrors	71.5 in.
Height	55.6 in.

Wheelbase	108.7 in.
Front track	60.5 in.
Rear track	60.5 in.
EPA interior volume	99.6 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	11.1 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	4.7 seconds
Turning circle	38.4 ft.
Drag Coefficient	0.31 Cd.
Curb weight	3,704 lbs.
Gross weight	4,586 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Colors

Exterior Colors	Le Mans Blue Metallic Space Gray Metallic Jerez Black Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Jet Black Silverstone Metallic Interlagos Blue Metallic Mineral White Metallic Alpine White
Interior Colors	Anthracite/Black, leather/cloth Silver Novillo, premium leather Fox Red Novillo, premium leather Silver Novillo Extended, premium leather Fox Red Novillo Extended, premium leather Bamboo Beige Novillo, premium leather Palladium Silver/Black/Black, premium leather Fox Red/Black/Black, premium leather Black Novillo, premium leather Black Novillo Extended, premium leather Beige Novillo Extended, premium leather

Exterior Colors

Le Mans Blue Metallic
Space Gray Metallic
Jerez Black Metallic
Melbourne Red Metallic
Jet Black
Silverstone Metallic
Interlagos Blue Metallic
Mineral White Metallic
Alpine White

Interior Colors

Anthracite/Black, leather/cloth
Silver Novillo, premium leather
Fox Red Novillo, premium leather
Silver Novillo Extended, premium leather
Fox Red Novillo Extended, premium leather
Bamboo Beige Novillo, premium leather
Palladium Silver/Black/Black, premium leather
Fox Red/Black/Black, premium leather
Black Novillo, premium leather
Black Novillo Extended, premium leather
Beige Novillo Extended, premium leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.4 in.
Front leg room	41.8 in.
Front shoulder room	55.3 in.

Leather/cloth	Standard
Sport front seats	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
2 memorized driver seat settings	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	36.8 in.
Rear leg room	33.7 in.
Rear shoulder room	51.9 in.

Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding center armrest	Standard

Safety

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head 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 height adjustable headrests	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear folding 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

2 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
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
Performance tires	Standard

265/40R Z 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

Competition Package	+$2,500
Dynamic Damper Control	+$1,000
Premium Package	+$4,350

Cold Weather Package	+$750

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
Power Rear Sunshade	+$350
Heated Front Seats	+$500
Comfort Access Keyless Entry	+$500

Exterior Options

Moonroof	+$0
Rear Spoiler Deletion	+$0
19" Light Alloy Double Spoke Wheels w/Performance Tires	+$1,200

Automatic High Beams	+$250

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