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BMW X3 M Sport (2012) price & specs
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M Sport
Overview
The 2012 BMW X3 M Sport is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 1st May 2012 classified as a F25. The BMW X3 is regarded as a Suv Medium Luxury built in Austria with prices starting at $77,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW X3 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 180 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 350 Nm of torque (at 1250 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. BMW claims the X3 M Sport uses 7.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 175g of CO2. It has a 67L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 893km per full tank
The BMW X3 measures 1675mm (65.9 inches) in height, 4648mm (183.0 inches) in length, 1881mm (74.1 inches) in width with a 2810mm (110.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1720kg (3791.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The X3 M Sport comes standard with 245/50 R18 front tyres and 245/50 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2012 BMW X3 M Sport has a 212mm ground clearance with a 2000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
78.26 - 108.88 kW/t
65.28 kW/t
131.66 kW/t
Boot Space
550 litres
420 litres
575 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 9 L/100km
4.9 L/100km
10.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
744 - 1,196 km
667 km
1,196 km
Price
$59,030 - $79,042
$49,995
$79,042
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,295 - 2,370 kg
2,270 kg
2,505 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
2,000 kg
1,500 kg
2,400 kg
Approach Angle
25.7 - 26°
19°
26°
Departure Angle
22.6 - 24°
22.6°
33°
Ground Clearance Unladen
212 mm
212 mm
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Dimensions
4,648 mm
1,881 mm
1,675 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,648 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,881 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,675 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,810 mm |
| Load Capacity | 590 mm |
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Explore BMW X3 Features & Specs
Courtesy Lights
Footwell Lights: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Traction Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Manual
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: 7.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N20
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
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: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.7
Main Capacity (L): 67
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.7
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 893
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 555
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 245
Maximum Power (kW): 180
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Active Differential
Location: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
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
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
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
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
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): 8.0
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 56.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1600
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 550
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.6
Front Track (mm): 1616
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 212
Overall Height (in): 65.9
Overall Height (mm): 1675
Overall Length (in): 183.0
Overall Length (mm): 4648
Overall Width (in): 74.1
Overall Width (mm): 1881
Rear Track (in): 64.3
Rear Track (mm): 1632
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Wheelbase (in): 110.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2810
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1033
Rear Headroom (in): 39.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 994
Front Hip Room (in): 58.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1483
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1458
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1455
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1423
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 26.0
Departure Angle: 24.0
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E90
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Windshield: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
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
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
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): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2310
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5093
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1720
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3792
Tare Weight (kg): 1677
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: 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
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20110921
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Diesel
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 Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
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
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Sunroof: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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