Used 2012 BMW M3 Base Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$68,750

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	16 MPG
Drive Type	rear wheel drive
Total Seating	4
Cargo Capacity	9.0 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	4,145 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$344/mo
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.
CO2 Emissions	9.1 tons

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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	181.7 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

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 Ruby Black Metallic Azurite Black Metallic Moonstone Metallic Alpine White
Interior Colors	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	38.0 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
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

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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Used 2012 BMW M3 Base - Specs & Features