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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| Fair Market Price | $6,756  | $7,551  | $8,432  | $10,205  | $14,091  | ||
| 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  | Standard  | Standard  | Standard  | 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.
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.
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 $6,756.00 to the 335is Coupe 2D with a base MSRP of $14,091.00. 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.
