About the BMW 3 Series
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 BMW 3 Series's used prices in Australia typically range from $12,300 for the 20I Lifestyle variant and topping out at $39,400 for the 35I Touring M Sport.
There are 41 variants of the 3 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2010.
Engine options include 2.0L petrol (115kW/200Nm), 2.5L petrol (140kW/230Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel (135kW/380Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol (135kW/270Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel (180kW/520Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol (225kW/400Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol hybrid (225kW/400Nm). Available with 6 speed automatic steptronic, 6 speed manual, 8 speed automatic or 7 speed auto direct shift transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2012 3 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2012 BMW 3 Series Price
EXCLUSIVE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $71,901 |
| 2.5L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $71,901 |
| 3.0L, 6 sp automatic Diesel RWD 4d Sedan | $90,799 |
M SPORT
LIFESTYLE
Base
EDITION SPORT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $59,600 |
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $59,600 |
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Diesel RWD 4d Sedan | $63,201 |
| 2.5L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $63,399 |
| 2.5L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | $63,399 |
SPORT LINE
M SPORT PLUS
LUXURY LINE
MODERN LINE
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2012 BMW 3 Series Specs
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2012 BMW 3 Series Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2012 BMW 3 Series Fuel Economy
There are 24 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 3 Series
The most fuel efficient BMW 3 Series is the 18d SPORT LINE with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ and uses 4.5L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The BMW 3 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the 25i with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC STEPTRONIC which is powered by a 2.5L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 9.5L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the BMW 3 Series variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| BMW 3 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | Premium Unleaded | 7.9 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6 sp automatic Diesel RWD 4d Sedan | Diesel | 6.2 L/100km |
| 2.5L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded RWD 4d Sedan | Premium Unleaded | 8.3 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a BMW 3 Series?
You should service your 3 Series at your authorised BMW dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the 3 Series's warranty.
2012 BMW 3 Series Warranty
What is the warranty on a BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series offers a 3 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
BMW 3 Series FAQs
The cheapest BMW 3 Series is the 20i LIFESTYLE that starts from $12,300.
The most expensive BMW 3 Series is the 35i TOURING M SPORT that starts from $39,400.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 3 Series is offered by the 30d EXCLUSIVE which can tow 1800 kg
The largest BMW 3 Series is the 35i which measures 1811mm wide, 4624mm in length and sits 1429mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 3 Series is the 35i which has 225kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO MPFI engine.
The BMW 3 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 3 Series is the ACTIVE HYBRID which weighs 2185 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 3 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded-Electric Hybrid, Premium Unleaded Petrol or Diesel.