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2012 BMW 3 Series
The new BMW 3 Series is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D Station Wagon, 4D Sedan, 5D Station Wagon, 4D Convertible, 2D Sedan, 2D Convertible, 5D Convertible and 2D Coupe body styles. Available in Australia from $56,100 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $180,653 for the.
Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (115kW/200Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (105kW/320Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (135kW/270Nm), 2.5L multi-point injection (140kW/230Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (180kW/520Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (225kW/400Nm) and 4.0L multi-point injection (309kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic or manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2012 3 Series is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
$56,100 - $180,653â€
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
$56,100 - $180,653â€
Transmission
6 or 8-speed auto, 6-speed manual, or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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BMW 3 Series
2012 BMW 3 Series
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2012 BMW 3 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 3 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Lifestyle and the most expensive being M3 Pure Edition Ii.
Lifestyle
Price from $56,100â€
Base
Price from $56,400â€
Modern Line
Price from $59,399â€
Edition Sport
Price from $59,600â€
Luxury Line
Price from $60,168â€
Sport Line
Price from $60,168â€
M Sport
Price from $64,445â€
M Sport Plus
Price from $70,500â€
Exclusive
Price from $71,901â€
M3 Pure Edition
Price from $131,701â€
M3
Price from $141,701â€
M3 Pure Edition Ii
Price from $145,000â€
2012 BMW 3 Series
News
Ben Zachariah
BMW 3 Series marks half a century of production
It’s the Golden Anniversary of BMW’s most popular nameplate, having sold almost 20 million cars across seven generations.
2 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 BMW i3 electric sedan to launch with more range than a Tesla Model 3 – report
The first battery-electric 3 Series will offer more range than any EV in local showrooms, with up to 800km available from a single charge.
3 Months Ago
Marton Pettendy
More than 15,000 BMW vehicles recalled due to fire risk
Seven of BMW’s most popular models have been recalled due to potentially faulty starter motors that could start a fire.
4 Months Ago
How does the 2012 BMW 3 Series compare?
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Power to Weight
73.43 - 192.52 kW/t
64.85 kW/t
192.52 kW/t
Boot Space
450 - 480 litres
378 litres
490 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.5 - 12.4 L/100km
4.5 L/100km
12.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
508 - 1,267 km
508 km
1,413 km
Price
$56,100 - $149,003
$48,990
$149,003
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 6 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,880 - 2,170 kg
1,880 kg
2,245 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,800 kg
1,250 kg
2,100 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
144 mm
104 mm
144 mm
Explore Variants
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M Sport
2025
$94,900
M
2025
$117,600
50 Jahre Edition
2025
$127,600
M3
2025
$168,300
M3 Competition
2025
$186,100
M3 Cs
2025
$253,900
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
3.0L Combustion
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Body Type
Sedan
Station Wagon
Number of Doors
4 Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
190 kW
285 kW
353 kW
390 kW
405 kW
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2012 BMW 3 Series
Dimensions
4,531 mm
1,817 mm
1,421 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| 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 |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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BMW 3 Series
Sales Data
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2012 BMW 3 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
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The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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