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Edition Sport
Overview
The 2012 BMW 3 Series Edition Sport is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 6th October 2011. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a medium Car built in Germany with prices starting at $86,200 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 350 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 3 Series Edition Sport uses 5.3L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 140g of CO2. It has a 63L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1189km per full tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1421mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4531mm (178.4 inches) in length, 1817mm (71.5 inches) in width with a 2760mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1430kg (3152.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Edition Sport comes standard with 225/40 Rnull front tyres and 225/40 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
82.73 - 192.52 kW/t
68.63 kW/t
192.52 kW/t
Boot Space
450 - 480 litres
378 litres
490 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.4 - 12.4 L/100km
4.4 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
508 - 1,295 km
508 km
1,295 km
Price
$62,700 - $175,900
$62,700
$175,900
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 - 5 years
3 years
5 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,785 - 2,255 kg
1,785 kg
2,305 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,800 kg
1,400 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 - 141 mm
106 mm
141 mm
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Dimensions
4,531 mm
1,817 mm
1,421 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,531 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,817 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Load Capacity | 520 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 140
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: M47d20 Tu Ol
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.9
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1189
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 739
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 53
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 64
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 53
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 35
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 225
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: 6hp26 Tü
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: E91
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 460
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.3
Front Track (mm): 1506
Overall Height (in): 55.9
Overall Height (mm): 1421
Overall Length (in): 178.4
Overall Length (mm): 4531
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width (mm): 1817
Rear Track (in): 60.4
Rear Track (mm): 1535
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2760
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 953
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1454
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1408
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1399
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
One Touch Opening Front to Rear Sunroof: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Sunroof Operation: Electric
Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 745
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1642
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1950
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4299
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1430
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3153
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Boot Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Load Restraint
Type: net
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Footwell Lights: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 1
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Dipping For Reverse: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Adjustable: yes
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Storage Box
Location: Boot
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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