2012 BMW M3 Sedan

Basic Specs

Base Price $55,900
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3726
City (MPG) 14
Hwy (MPG) 20
Horsepower 414@8300
Torque (lb-ft) 295@3900
Wheelbase 108.7
Length (in.) 180.4
Width (in.) 78.9
Height (in.) 57.0

The new BMW M3 Sedan is the first four-door M3 since the E36. You'll immediately notice it doesn't look like a regular 3-Series sedan, but rather it shares the same front end treatment with the M3 Coupe.

The M3 Sedan is based on most of the same components as the coupe, delivering 414 horsepower from 4.0-liters and maximum torque of 295 pound-feet at 3,900 rpm. While the coupe targets the Audi RS5 and Mercedes CLK63 AMG, the sedan takes aim at the Lexus IS-F, Audi RS4, and Mercedes C63 AMG.

Unlike the M3 and M6 Coupes, the M3 Sedan does not have a carbon fiber roof - which is reflected in the lowest price of the 3-Series M cars. The Sedan comes standard with the same 18-inch wheels.

Power from the BMW M3 Sedan's V8 is transmitted to the rear wheels through a close-ratio six-speed manual gearbox or the company's seven-speed M DCT dual-clutch unit. The new final drive comes with a Variable M Differential Lock generating up to 100 percent locking action with fully variable action whenever required, ensuring optimum traction on all road surfaces.

The Sedan features driver-adjustable settings for crucial dynamic controls including steering, damping and stability. An available steering-wheel-mounted "MDrive" button can be used to store these preferences.

2009 Update
After just one year on the market BMW revised its M3 sedan. Most notable is the change to the rear taillight design, featuring a 'notched' design and drastically smaller reverse lights.

Other changes include the addition of the seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox with Drivelogic, plus a revised center console, active head restraints for whiplash protection, and a selection of new exterior colors.

Pricing
Prices for the M3 Sedan start at $55,400 -- $3,000 less than the coupe.

A premium package, priced at $1,900, offers power folding mirrors, universal garage opener, digital compass mirror, BMW Assist, Novillo Leather interior and choice of three optional interior trims.

The technology package includes EDC, M Drive, Comfort Access, and a navigation system -- all for $3,250.

19-inch wheels are $1,200, Electronic Damping Control is $1,000, and Extended Novillo Leather can be had for $2000 as a standalone option or $1,000 with the premium package. Enhanced premium sound consists of a 9-channel amplifier, good for 825 watts powering 16 speakers, all for $1,900.

Buyers seeking an open-air experience can opt to pay $1050 for a glass moonroof.

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    • General
    • Body Style:Sedan
    • Size:Compact
    • Market Segment:Near-Luxury
    • Weight:3726 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length:180.4 in.
    • Width:78.9 in.
    • Height:57.0 in.
    • Wheelbase:108.7 in.
    • Ground Clearance:TBD
    • Front Track:60.6 in.
    • Rear Track:60.6 in.
    • Weight Distribution:52.2/47.8
    • Drag Coefficient:0.30
    • Interior - General
    • Seats:5
    • Passenger Volume:93.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume:12.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded):TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:41.5 in.
    • Head Room:38.5 in.
    • Shoulder Room:55.4 in.
    • Hip Room:TBD
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume:TBD
    • Leg Room:34.6 in.
    • Head Room:37.5 in.
    • Shoulder Room:55.1 in.
    • Hip Room:TBD
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type:Gas
    • Engine Type:4.0L V8
    • Power:414 hp @ 8300 rpm
    • Torque:295 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
    • Transmission:6-Speed Manual
    • Highway Fuel Economy:20 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy:14 mpg
    • Forced Induction:None
    • Direct Injection:No
    • Chassis
    • Layout:Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension:Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension:Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front:18" Aluminum
    • Front Tires:245/40
    • Rear:18" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires:265/40
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight:TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight:TBD

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