Trade in: 2012 BMW M
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 14.7 to 14.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 14.7 to 14.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2012 BMW M for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2012 BMW M specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0L 8-cylinder | 4.4L 8-cylinder turbo | 4.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 17.2 L/100 km | 17.3 L/100 km | 17.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.7 L/100 km | 11.6 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $25.73 | $25.73 | $25.90 |
2012 BMW M: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0 L | 4.4 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 340 L (12 cu ft) | 311 L (11 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,150 | US$5,150 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,146 | $5,146 | $5,180 |
| Dimension | M5 4dr Sedan Rwd | M6 2dr Cabriolet | M6 2dr Coupe | M6 2dr Coupe Rwd |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.91 m (193 in) | 4.89 m (193 in) | 4.89 m (193 in) | 4.89 m (193 in) |
| Width | 1.86 m (73 in) | 1.89 m (74 in) | 1.89 m (74 in) | 1.89 m (74 in) |
| Height | 1.46 m (57 in) | 1.37 m (54 in) | 1.37 m (54 in) | 1.37 m (54 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.96 m (117 in) | 2.85 m (112 in) | 2.85 m (112 in) | 2.86 m (113 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,990 kg (4,387 lb) | 2,045 kg (4,508 lb) | 1,930 kg (4,255 lb) | 1,930 kg (4,255 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 BMW M
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (6), air bags (4) and electrical system (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V017000 | 2020-01-15 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 128i and 135i Convertibles, 128i, 135i, and M Coupes, 2007-2010 X3 30si and X3 xDrive30i, 2013-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i and X1 xDrive35i, 2007-2013 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335is, 335i xDrive and M3 Coupes, 2006-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive,... |
| 19V472000 | 2019-06-19 | electrical system:wiring:fuses and circuit breakers | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2009 328i and 328xi, 2009-2011 335d, 2008-2012 M3 Coupe and M3 Convertible, and 2008-2011 M3 Sedan vehicles. The connection of the positive battery cable at the fuse box terminal may degrade, resulting in an intermittent loss of electrical power. |
| 18V248000 | 2018-04-18 | engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2011-2012 BMW 550i, 550i xDrive, 550i Gran Turismo, 550i Gran Turismo xDrive, 750i, 750Li, 750i xDrive, 750Li xDrive, 760Li, X5 xDrive50i, X5 M, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M, ActiveHybrid7, MINI Cooper S Convertible, John Cooper Works (JCW) Convertible, Cooper S... |
| 16V071000 | 2016-02-05 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 128i and 135i coupes and convertibles and 1 Series M coupes, 2006-2011 325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi, 335i, 335xi, 335i xDrive Sedans, 2009-2011 335d sedans, 2006-2012 325xiT, 328i and 328xi sports wagons, 2007-2013 328i,... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2012 BMW M
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2012 BMW M; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Before buying the 2012 BMW M, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
What to check on the M
Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Under the hood
It is powered by the 4.0L 8-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 14.7 L/100 km combined, so budget about 44 litres for 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $25.73. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Room inside
Its car body is low and settled, with a separate trunk. It measures 4.91 m long by 1.86 m wide. Check the size of a tight parking spot. EPA lists 311 litres of luggage space, enough for about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Who the M suits
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Drive it on your own roads
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$5,150 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $25.73 in fuel.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Questions first?
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 BMW M from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 BMW M for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 BMW M
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 BMW M?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 BMW M before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 BMW M have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 BMW M cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5146.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.