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2.5L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD
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BMW 3 Series Lifestyle (2012) price & specs
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Lifestyle
Overview
The 2012 BMW 3 Series Lifestyle is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 2nd September 2009 classified as a E90. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in South Africa with prices starting at $59,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2.5L 6-cylinder engine that has 140 kW of power (at 5900 rpm) and 230 Nm of torque (at 3250 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 3 Series Lifestyle uses 7.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 185g of CO2. It has a 63L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 797km per full tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1421mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4531mm (178.4 inches) in length, 1817mm (71.5 inches) in width with a 2760mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1415kg (3119.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series Lifestyle comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 BMW 3 Series Lifestyle has a 144mm ground clearance with a 1600kg braked and 735kg unbraked towing capacity.
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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
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Dimensions
4,531 mm
1,817 mm
1,421 mm
| 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 |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Radio Settings: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 6.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 185
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.0
Engine (cc): 2497
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N52b25 Ol
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 78.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: 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: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 797
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 495
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 21
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 233
Maximum Speed (mph): 145
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 190
Maximum Power (kW): 140
Maximum Torque (Nm): 230
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5900
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
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 Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: E90
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 460
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.3
Front Track (mm): 1506
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 144
Overall Height (in): 55.9
Overall Height (mm): 1421
Overall Length (in): 178.4
Overall Length (mm): 4531
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width (mm): 1817
Rear Track (in): 60.4
Rear Track (mm): 1535
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2760
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.5
Front Headroom (mm): 978
Rear Headroom (in): 37.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 953
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1454
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1408
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1399
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
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/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
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): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 735
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1620
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1935
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4266
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1415
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3120
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
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
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Shift Lever Skirt: Leather
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
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 Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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