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Overview
The 2012 BMW 3 Series M3 is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 2nd May 2012. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $176,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 4.0L 8-cylinder engine that has 309 kW of power (at 8300 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 3900 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. BMW claims the 3 Series M3 uses 11.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 269g of CO2. It has a 63L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 548km per full tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1392mm (54.8 inches) in height, 4615mm (181.7 inches) in length, 1804mm (71.0 inches) in width with a 2761mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1830kg (4034.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series M3 comes standard with 245/40 Rnull front tyres and 265/40 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
94.96 - 195.57 kW/t
75.16 kW/t
232.18 kW/t
Boot Space
210 - 440 litres
136 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.7 - 12.7 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
496 - 1,105 km
496 km
1,222 km
Price
$100,400 - $193,200
$60,350
$193,200
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,615 mm
1,804 mm
1,392 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,615 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,804 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,392 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm |
| Load Capacity | 450 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 269
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 92.0
Engine (cc): 3999
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: S65b40
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 75.2
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
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
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 548
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 341
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 20
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 18
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 15
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 420
Maximum Power (kW): 309
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
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: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: E93
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): 7.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 210
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Overall Height (in): 54.8
Overall Height (mm): 1392
Overall Length (in): 181.7
Overall Length (mm): 4615
Overall Width (in): 71.0
Overall Width (mm): 1804
Rear Track (in): 60.6
Rear Track (mm): 1539
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2761
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.0
Front Headroom (mm): 965
Rear Headroom (in): 36.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 927
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1320
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1404
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 49.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1251
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Foldable Hard Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Foldable Hard Top Operation: Electric
Foldable Hard Top Type: Foldable Hard Top
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
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): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2280
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5027
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1830
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4034
Tare Weight (kg): 1331
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
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Titanium
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
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 Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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