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M Sport
4.4L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD
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BMW 6 Series M Sport (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 BMW 6 Series M Sport is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 2nd December 2009 classified as a F12. The BMW 6 Series is regarded as a Super Sports built in Germany with prices starting at $254,600 before on-road costs.
This BMW 6 Series is powered by a 4.4L 8-cylinder engine that has 330 kW of power (at 5500 rpm) and 650 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the 6 Series M Sport uses 9.2L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 249g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 761km per full tank
The BMW 6 Series measures 1365mm (53.7 inches) in height, 4894mm (192.7 inches) in length, 1894mm (74.6 inches) in width with a 2855mm (112.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1940kg (4277.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 6 Series M Sport comes standard with 245/30 R20 front tyres and 275/30 R20 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
127.72 - 186.44 kW/t
127.72 kW/t
326.98 kW/t
Boot Space
300 - 460 litres
100 litres
460 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.8 - 10.7 L/100km
7.8 L/100km
17.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
654 - 897 km
488 km
897 km
Price
$177,800 - $255,100
$177,800
$789,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,110 - 2,390 kg
1,795 kg
2,750 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
123 mm
118 mm
123 mm
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Dimensions
4,894 mm
1,894 mm
1,365 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,894 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,894 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,365 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 450 mm |
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Explore BMW 6 Series Features & Specs
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Side Doors: yes
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front Dual-View Screen: yes
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 249
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.0
Engine (cc): 4395
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.4
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.3
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: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 761
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 473
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 26
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 449
Maximum Power (kW): 330
Maximum Torque (Nm): 650
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: 8hp70
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
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
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
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 Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: F01
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 300
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Front Track (in): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1600
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 123
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Overall Height (in): 53.7
Overall Height (mm): 1365
Overall Length (in): 192.7
Overall Length (mm): 4894
Overall Width (in): 74.6
Overall Width (mm): 1894
Rear Track (in): 65.2
Rear Track (mm): 1657
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2855
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1023
Rear Headroom (in): 36.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 927
Front Hip Room (in): 60.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1531
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1338
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1445
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 49.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1260
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Low Beam
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Roof Soft Colour: Other
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
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
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 Vehicle Weight (kg): 2390
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5269
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1940
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4277
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Internet Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 12
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
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
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
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
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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