2012 BMW M6 Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

M Models M6 Convertible Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Carbon fiber black trim

  • 20-way power front M Multi-contour seats -inc

    4-way lumbar support, articulated upper backrest, adjustable backrest width, adjustable thigh support, Driver & passenger seat memory, active head restraints w/adjustable side support

  • 3-stage heated front seats

  • Extended Merino leather upholstery and door trim -inc

    sun-reflective technology

  • Adjustable front center armrest

  • Front console w/cupholders

  • Floormats

  • M-badged door sills

  • 3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function M sport steering wheel -inc

    paddle shifters and controls for audio system, cruise control, and Bluetooth wireless communication for hands-free mobile phone & phonebook downloading, 2-position memory

  • Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with automatic tilt-up

  • Instrument cluster with additional integrated LED display

  • Service interval indicator

  • Expanded check control vehicle monitoring system

  • Exterior temperature display with alarm for freezing temperatures

  • iDrive system -inc

    on-board computer & controller, (8) programmable memory buttons

  • Vehicle & key memory

  • Power windows -inc

    key-off & \one touch\ up & down operation both front & rear, anti-trapping feature, opening from remote, closing from exterior lock

  • Comfort access keyless entry with multi-function remote control

  • Coded driveaway protection(prevents engine start when your key fob with constantly changing electronic code is not used)

  • Integrated 3-button universal garage-door opener

  • Dynamic cruise control

  • Remote keyless entry security alarm system -inc

    selective unlocking & double-lock features (programmed at BMW center), remote trunk opening, interior motion detector, panic feature

  • Anti-theft alarm system -inc

    keyhead remote operation & interior motion detector

  • Navigation system -inc

    10.2\ display, voice feedback, voice command system, Real Time Traffic Info

  • Automatic climate control -inc

    separate left/right temperature & air distribution controls, automatic air recirculation

  • Micro-filter ventilation system -inc

    replaceable active-charcoal filters

  • Heated driver's door lock and rear-window defroster

  • Auxiliary power outlet

  • Automatic-dimming rear-view mirror

  • Smokers pkg

  • Ambiance interior lighting

  • Dual front sun visors with illuminated mirrors

  • Ski bag

  • Fully finished trunk with and interior trunk release

  • Exterior

  • Black soft convertible top

  • Star Spoke (Style 344M) 19 x 9.5 front, 19 x 10.5 rear forged alloy wheels -inc

    P265/40R19 front & P295/35R19 rear performance tires

  • M mobility system (includes lifetime BMW Roadside Assistance for tire assistance)

  • Fully lined power softtop -inc

    heated glass rear window that can be raised and lowered independently of softtop

  • Wraparound body-color bumpers -inc

    hydraulic energy absorbers & front-compressible elements

  • BMW M front spoiler, rear apron/air diffuser

  • Shadowline exterior trim

  • Xenon adaptive headlights -inc

    dynamic auto-leveling, corona headlight-rings, Cornering Lights

  • Adaptive light control for Automatic headlight on/off control

  • Adaptive brakelights

  • Side-view mirrors -inc

    auto-dimming, pwr fold-up feature & automatic tilt-down of passenger's side-view mirror when vehicle is shifted into reverse gear, 2-position memory

  • Heated side-view mirrors, windshield washer jets, door locks

  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers -inc

    automatic headlight control & headlight washing system

  • Retractable, high-intensity headlight washers

  • Aluminum doors

  • Ground-illuminating lights in door handles

  • Entertainment

  • Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 audio system -inc

    radio data system (RDS), auto-store, and 3-channel FM diversity antenna, 12-speakers w/Dirac signal processing and surround mode, discrete 5.1 multi-channel sound, 7-band equalizer incorporating an analog amplifier w/500-watt output pwr & vehicle-specific equalizing, 5-tweeters, 5-midrange and 2-bass speakers, pre-wired for satellite radio & CD/DVD changer installation, aux audio input

  • HD Radio -inc

    \multicast\ FM station reception

  • iPod & USB adapter

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    S63T

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Turbocharged Gas V8

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    4.4L/268

  • Fuel System

    Direct Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    560 @ 6000 - 7000

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    500 @ 1500 - 5750

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    NA

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    209

  • Safety

  • Dynamic stability control (DSC) -inc

    brake fade compensation, start-off assistant, brake drying, brake stand-by features, M dynamic mode

  • Impact sensor that activates battery safety terminal disconnect -inc

    automatic disconnect of alternator, fuel pump & starter from battery, activation of hazard lights & interior lights, unlocks doors

  • Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners

  • Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts (for installation of child safety seats)

  • Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impacts

  • Daytime running lights

  • Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology -inc

    dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deployment

  • Front-seat side-impact airbags

  • Active knee protection

  • BMW Assist Safety Plan -inc

    (4) years of automatic collision notification, emergency request, enhanced roadside assistance, door unlock, stolen vehicle recovery, customer relations, TeleService, Mobile Office features, MyInfo

  • BMW Ultimate Service

  • Rear-view camera

  • Park distance control, front and rear, with graphic display

  • BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety features

  • ISOFIX attachment for child-restraint safety installation

  • Rollover protection system

  • Tire pressure monitor

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    NA

  • Turns, lock to lock

    NA

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    NA

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 4.4-liter, 32-valve 560-hp V-8 engine -inc

    M TwinScroll turbo technology, high precision direct injection, 4 overhead camshafts, Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing

  • 7-speed M double clutch transmission (M-DCT) -inc

    Drivelogic

  • Auto start-stop function

  • G-sensitive semi-dry-sump lubrication system

  • 3-way catalytic converter w/heated oxygen sensor

  • All Season Traction w/Active M Differential

  • Lightweight integral rear axle

  • Rear wheel drive

  • Oil coolant heat exchanger

  • Aluminum double-pivot strut-type front suspension and 4-link integral rear suspension

  • M Sport suspension -inc

    M calibration (stiffened dampers, springs & anti-roll bars; modified rear axle geometry)

  • Lightweight, double-joint spring strut front axle w/aluminum crossbar

  • M Dynamic damping control -inc

    electronically controlled twin-tube gas pressure shock absorbers w/comfort, sport & sport plus modes

  • M Drive & M driving dynamics control

  • Vehicle-speed-sensitive variable-assist (Servotronic), variable-ratio power steering

  • M Compound 4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes (ABS) with dynamic brake control (DBC)

  • Brake energy regeneration to convert kinetic energy into usable electrical power

  • Electric park brake -inc

    automatic hold

  • Cross-bank exhaust system w/twin dual chrome-plated tailpipes

  • Digital motor electronics (DME) w/on-board diagnostics

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Independent

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    2MK

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/Manual Shift

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    7

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    4.81

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.59

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.70

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.28

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.00

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.84

  • Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.67

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    4.17

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    3.15

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    NA

  • Drivetrain

    Rear Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles

  • 4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 12 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 4 Roadside Assistance Years / Unlimited Roadside Assistance Miles

  • Assist Safety Plan Roadside Assistance Note / 4 Maintenance Years

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    15.7 x -TBD-

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    15.6 x -TBD-

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA