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M Sport Plus
2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Diesel, RWD
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BMW 3 Series M Sport Plus (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 BMW 3 Series M Sport Plus is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 5th August 2009 classified as a E92. The BMW 3 Series is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $72,780 before on-road costs.
This BMW 3 Series is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 135 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 380 Nm of torque (at 1900 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 3 Series M Sport Plus uses 5.3L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 140g of CO2. It has a 61L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1151km per full tank
The BMW 3 Series measures 1395mm (54.9 inches) in height, 4612mm (181.6 inches) in length, 1782mm (70.2 inches) in width with a 2760mm (108.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1430kg (3152.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The 3 Series M Sport Plus comes standard with 225/35 R18 front tyres and 255/35 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
77.84 - 195.57 kW/t
70 kW/t
235.19 kW/t
Boot Space
210 - 440 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 12.7 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
496 - 1,298 km
496 km
1,383 km
Price
$66,500 - $180,653
$23,390
$189,135
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,612 mm
1,782 mm
1,395 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,612 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,782 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,395 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Load Capacity | 480 mm |
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Explore BMW 3 Series Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 140
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.1
Main Capacity (L): 61
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.4
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): 1151
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 715
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 53
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 64
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 53
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 35
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 235
Maximum Speed (mph): 146
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 184
Maximum Power (kW): 135
Maximum Torque (Nm): 380
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
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: 40
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
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): 15.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 440
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.1
Front Track (mm): 1500
Overall Height (in): 54.9
Overall Height (mm): 1395
Overall Length (in): 181.6
Overall Length (mm): 4612
Overall Width (in): 70.2
Overall Width (mm): 1782
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1513
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): 38.2
Front Headroom (mm): 971
Rear Headroom (in): 36.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 930
Front Hip Room (in): 57.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1460
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1403
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1404
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1313
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
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
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
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): 745
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1642
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1910
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4211
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1430
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3153
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
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
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): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
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
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
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: 2
Rear Seat Belts
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
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Shoulder Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
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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