2012 BMW M6 Convertible — Full Specifications
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The 2012 BMW M6 Convertible is a coupe powered by a 4.4L 8-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 19 mpg (UK) / 16 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a BMW M6 Convertible workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S7) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Passenger Volume (EPA) | 88 cu ft (2,492 L) |
| Luggage Volume (EPA) | 12 cu ft (340 L) |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 19 combined / 17 urban / 24 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 16 combined / 14 city / 20 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 345 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $5,150 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible, all with the 4.4L 8-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 16 (14/20) | 345 | $5,150 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 88 cubic feet (about 2,492 litres) and luggage volume at 12 cubic feet (about 340 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures; they are measured differently from the boot capacity numbers UK manufacturers quote.
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Running Costs: 2012 BMW M6 Convertible
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2012 BMW M6 Convertible at 19 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,914 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $5,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 BMW M6 Convertible Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
How It Compares
How does the BMW M6 Convertible compare to similar coupes? For context, coupes in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 19 mpg figure is 6 mpg below that average. Its 345 g/km CO₂ figure is 67 g/km higher than the 278 g/km average for coupes on this site. This comparison is based on 1072 coupes in our dataset.
BMW models in our database average about 28 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible's 19 mpg is 9 mpg below that make average. Its 345 g/km CO₂ figure is 105 g/km higher than the 240 g/km BMW average.
Of the 8 BMW M6 Convertible model years we cover, the 2012 ranks 7th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (19 mpg UK combined, against a high of 20 mpg). See every BMW M6 Convertible year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible have?
It's fitted with a 4.4L 8-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic (s7) transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible?
The most efficient configuration returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, or 16 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $5,150 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
How much interior and luggage space does the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible have?
EPA measures interior passenger volume at 88 cubic feet (about 2,492 litres) and luggage volume at 12 cubic feet (about 340 litres). These are US EPA interior-volume figures, which are measured differently from the UK boot-capacity numbers manufacturers quote.
Is the BMW M6 Convertible's fuel economy good for a coupe?
It returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the coupes we track.