2012 BMW 3-Series Review

2012 BMW 3-Series is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 182.50 in length and 56.30 in height. Made in Germany, 2012 BMW 3-Series has 12 trims priced by the manufacturer at 53,800 with just total of 1 recalls in the past 2012 BMW 3-Series. It’s seating 5 people with 2 doors and a rank size of 16.10 gallon. The engine is 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V .

Make: BMW
Model: 3-Series
Trims Available: 12
Location: GERMANY
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Driveline: RWD
Seats: 4
MSRP: $53,800 USD
MPG: 18 - 19 City / 28 HWY
Tires: 225/45R17
Tank Size: 16 gallon

BMW 3-Series 2012 Trims

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i Sedan

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6M | 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i Convertible - SULEV

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 17 - 18 City / 26 - 27 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 335i Sedan

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6M | 8A
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5

2012 BMW 3-Series 335i Coupe

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 - 19 City / 28 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i Convertible

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 17 - 18 City / 26 - 27 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 335i Convertible

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 - 19 City / 28 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 335i xDrive Coupe

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 - 19 City / 27 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i xDrive Coupe - SULEV

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 17 City / 25 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i Coupe - SULEV

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 City / 28 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i xDrive Coupe

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 17 City / 25 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 328i Coupe

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 City / 28 HWY

2012 BMW 3-Series 335i Convertible - SULEV

Engine: 3.0L L6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A | 6M
Drivetrain: RWD
Body & Doors: CONVERTIBLE 2-DR
Seating: 4
MPG: 18 - 19 City / 28 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 12V176000 started on /Date(1334894400000-0400)/.

Summary: BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 BMW 3-SERIES VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 19, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 18, 2012, THAT HAVE FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINTS THAT EXCEED THE DOWNWARD MOVEMENT LIMIT OF 25MM IN THE HIGHEST POSITION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202A,"HEAD RESTRAINTS."

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE HEAD RESTRAINT MAY UNEXPECTEDLY MOVE DOWN SLIGHTLY IF IT WAS ADJUSTED TO THE FULLY EXTENDED POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL ATTACH A CLAMP TO THE FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINT POSTS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.

FAQ

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The 2012 BMW 3-Series is RWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2012 BMW 3-Series so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2012 BMW 3-Series is lower than $17,450.

There are 1 recalls recorded in our database for 2012 BMW 3-Series that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

BMW All models of 2012

BMW 1-Series

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 3-Series

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 3-Series Sport Wagon

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 5-Series

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 6-Series

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW 7-Series

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW Alpina B7

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW M3

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW M5

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW M6

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW X3

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW X5

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW X6

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

BMW Z4

$34,900 - $53,800
12 Trims
5
1
2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

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