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The 2012 BMW M3 offers the gas mileage of a full-size pickup, but its performance is enough to make up for it--for some. Read more »

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Stunning V-8 power
Grippy handling
Exceptional dual-clutch and manual transmissions

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The sensation of added weight
Much more expensive
Technology interferes with handling

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February 23, 2012

Overall Review » 8.6

Interior / Exterior » 9

Performance » 10

Quality » 7

Safety » 8

Features » 9

Fuel Economy / MPG » 6

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Coupe, Sedan: 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway. Convertible: 13 mpg city, 20 mpg highway.

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Coupe, Sedan: 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway. Convertible: 13 mpg city, 20 mpg highway.
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The 2012 BMW M3 is many things--practical, powerful, well-handling--but it's not fuel efficient. Rated at 13/20 mpg city/highway for the Convertible and 14/20 mpg for the Coupe, the M3 is a purchase made with full knowledge of the tradeoffs being made for its performance.

Conclusion

The 2012 BMW M3 offers the gas mileage of a full-size pickup, but its performance is enough to make up for it--for some.

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Interior / Exterior » 9

Performance » 10

Quality » 7

Safety » 8

Features » 9

Fuel Economy / MPG » 6

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