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BMW 3-Series Saloon (12-19)
BMW 3-Series Saloon (12-19)
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Specs Overview

2wd
Auto
Diesel
4dr
Power (bhp)147 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph8.2 secs
Miles per tank764 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 28
Road tax£190 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 4633mm X Width 2031mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new 3-Series Saloon 2012 and what is the overall running cost?

Fuel consumption
61 mpg
Insurance group28
Annual road tax£190
Price when new£37,155
Used price range£10,700 - £17,780
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of 3-Series Saloon 2012 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity57 litres
Weight1500kg
Length4633mm
Width2031mm
Height1429mm
Wheelbase2810mm
Turning Circle11m
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of 3-Series Saloon 2012?

Power147 bhp
Top Speed132 mph
0-60 mph8.2 secs
Torque320 Nm, 236 ft-lb
CO2 Emissions121 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
6

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Miles Per Tank764 miles
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Equipment list & trim options

M Sport Shadow Edition Basic equipment
  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Alarm
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • Cruise control
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric mirrors
  • Front electric windows
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Traction control
M Sport Shadow Edition Standard Equipment
  • Alloy wheels
  • Central locking
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Leather seat trim
  • Parking sensors
  • Remote locking
  • Sat Nav
  • Sports seats
M Sport Shadow Edition Optional Equipment
  • DVD
  • Front fog lights
  • Metallic Paint
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of BMW 3-Series Saloon 2012?

Engine Size1995cc
Cylinders4
Valves16
Fuel TypeDiesel
TransmissionAutomatic
Gearbox8 Speed
DrivetrainRear wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in BMW 3-Series Saloon 2012 and its boot size?

Doors4
Seats5
Luggage Capacity480 litres
Unbraked Towing Weight745kg
Braked Towing Weight1800kg
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Safety ratings

The BMW 3-Series Saloon (12-19) was tested by Euro NCAP in 2012 and was awarded a 5 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:

Individual safety ratings

Adult Occupant: 95%
Child Occupant: 84%
Vulnerable Road Users: 78%
Safety Assist: 86%

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