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2012 BMW M3 Coupe
The 2012 BMW M3 Coupe is a coupe. It has a 4.0-litre eight-cylinder engine producing 414 hp (309 kW), with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 4.8 seconds and top speed is 155 mph (249 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | M3 Coupe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | BMW 2012 M3 Coupe |
| Body Style | Coupe | Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Jerez Black Metallic, Interlagos Blue Metallic, Le Mans Blue Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic, Silverstone II Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Individual Colours available |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S7) |
| Engine | 4.0L 8-cyl | Engine Size | 4,000 cc |
| Power | 414 hp / 309 kW | Torque | 400 Nm / 295 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 4.8 sec | Top Speed | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 14 mpg city / 20 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,761 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,570 kg (3,461 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 COUPES
Compared with other 2012 coupes in our database, its 414 hp is 19% more than the average 2012 coupe (348 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.4 seconds quicker than average.
| 2012 BMW M3 Coupe | Average 2012 coupes | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 414 hp | 348 hp (25 cars) | +19% |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 418 Nm (25 cars) | -4% |
| 0–60 mph | 4.8 s | 5.2 s (26 cars) | -8% |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 159 mph (27 cars) | -2% |
| Kerb weight | 1,570 kg | 1,551 kg (28 cars) | +1% |
| Engine size | 4,000 cc | 3,621 cc (28 cars) | +10% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 coupes with similar power to the 2012 BMW M3 Coupe.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 BMW M3 Coupe | 414 hp | 4.8 s | 1,570 kg |
| 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | 453 hp | 5.4 s | 2,710 kg |
| 2012 Nissan 370Z | 332 hp | 4.7 s | 1,445 kg |
| 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe | 512 hp | 3.7 s | 1,430 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Memory Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Navigation System
Head-Up Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
360-Degree Camera
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Sunroof
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Adaptive Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start