Specs and Features

2012 BMW 3 Series Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2012 BMW 3 Series lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Series

Coupe

Sedan

Convertible

Wagon

	1 of 5 3 Series 328i xDrive Coupe 2D	2 of 5 3 Series 328i Coupe 2D	3 of 5 3 Series 335i Coupe 2D	4 of 5 3 Series 335i xDrive Coupe 2D	5 of 5 3 Series 335is Coupe 2D
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Fair Market Price	$7,095	$8,022	$8,513	$10,445	$14,477
Fuel Economy	City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG	City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 21 MPG	City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG	City 18/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG	City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 19 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	230 @ 6500 RPM	230 @ 6500 RPM	300 @ 5800 RPM	300 @ 5800 RPM	320 @ 5900 RPM
Engine	6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter	6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter	6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter	6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter	6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter
Cargo Volume	11.00 cu ft	11.00 cu ft	11.00 cu ft	11.00 cu ft	11.00 cu ft
Cylinders	6	6	6	6	6
Torque	200 lb-ft	200 lb-ft	300 lb-ft	300 lb-ft	332 lb-ft
Turning Circle	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet
0 - 60	6.8 seconds	6.2 seconds	5.3 seconds	5.2 seconds	5.1 seconds

Emergency & Security Services	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Push-Button Engine Start	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Voice Recognition System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Real-Time Traffic Information	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Not Available
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque	200 @ 6500 RPM	200 @ 6500 RPM	300 @ 5800 RPM	300 @ 5800 RPM	332 @ 5900 RPM
0 to 60	6.8 seconds	6.2 seconds	5.3 seconds	5.2 seconds	5.1 seconds
Top Speed	130 mph	130 mph	130 mph	130 mph	150 mph

Leather Seats	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	AWD	RWD	RWD	AWD	RWD
Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Optional
Hill Descent Control	Standard	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3583 pounds	3362 pounds	3560 pounds	3737 pounds	3571 pounds
Fuel Capacity	16.1 gallons	16.1 gallons	16.1 gallons	16.1 gallons	16.1 gallons
Front Head Room	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches	38.4 inches
Front Leg Room	41.8 inches	41.8 inches	41.8 inches	41.8 inches	41.8 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	5.6 inches	4.9 inches
Overall Length	181.9 inches	181.9 inches	181.9 inches	181.9 inches	181.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches	55.3 inches
Turning Diameter	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet	36.1 feet
Wheel Base	108.7 inches	108.7 inches	108.7 inches	108.7 inches	108.7 inches
Width with mirrors	77.2 inches	77.2 inches	77.2 inches	77.2 inches	77.2 inches

FAQs

Is the 2012 BMW 3 Series a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2012 3 Series ranges in power from the 328i xDrive Coupe 2D with 230 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.8 seconds to the 335is Coupe 2D with 320 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.1 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2012 3 Series specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 BMW 3 Series specs page.

How fast is the 2012 BMW 3 Series?

The 2012 3 Series ranges in power from the 328i xDrive Coupe 2D with 230 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 6.8 seconds to the 335is Coupe 2D with 320 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.1 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2012 3 Series specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 BMW 3 Series specs page.

What are the levels of BMW 3 Seriess?

The 2012 BMW 3 Series comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the 328i xDrive Coupe 2D with a base MSRP of $7,095.00 to the 335is Coupe 2D with a base MSRP of $14,477.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2012 3 Series specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 BMW 3 Series specs page.

What features does the BMW 3 Series 2012 have?

2012 BMW 3 Series features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2012 3 Series trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2012 BMW 3 Series specs page.