2012 BMW 6 Series Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2012 BMW 6 Series (17–26 MPG combined) across 8 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S8), Manual 6-spd
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 4.4 L; 6-cyl, 3.0 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 17–26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,150–$4,850
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$12,250 to −$3,750 more than average
- Configurations
- 8
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-cyl 4.4 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19–20 | 17 | $4,850 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20–23 | 30–32 | 23–26 | $3,150–$3,550 | — |
| 8-cyl 4.4 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22–23 | 17–18 | $4,550–$4,850 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 640i Convertible | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 30 | 23 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | — | — |
| 640i Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0 | Premium Gasoline | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,150 | −$3,750 | — | — |
| 650i Convertible | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 | −$10,750 | — | — |
| 650i Convertible | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | — | — |
| 650i Convertible xDrive | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | — | — |
| 650i Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 | −$10,750 | — | — |
| 650i Coupe | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | — | — |
| 650i Coupe xDrive | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2012 BMW 6 Series?
According to EPA data, the 2012 BMW 6 Series is rated at 17–26 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2012 BMW 6 Series have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2012 BMW 6 Series use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2012 BMW 6 Series?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,150 to $4,850.
How much will the 2012 BMW 6 Series cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2012 BMW 6 Series 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$12,250 to −$3,750 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).