128i Coupe

2012 128i Coupe - Born to perform. Driven to please.
Born to perform. Driven to please.
Starting at $31,200 MSRP
3.0-liter, DOHC, inline 6-cylinder
230 horsepower
Rear-wheel drive
28 mpg hwy*
*EPA-estimated figures only.
Your actual mileage will vary.

Standard Features
Performance and efficiency
3.0-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC), 24-valve inline 230-hp 6-cylinder engine with composite magnesium/ aluminum engine block, Valvetronic, and Double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timingElectronic throttle control
6-speed manual transmission
Handling, ride and braking
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), including Brake Fade Compensation, Start-off Assistant, Brake Drying, and Brake Stand-by features, with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)Extensive aluminum componentry, including front suspension components (forged-aluminum lower arms); subframe; steering rack; and brake components
Aluminum double-pivot spring and strut-type front suspensionFive-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel
Front and rear anti-roll (stabilizer) barsTwin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers
4-wheel ventilated anti-lock disc brakes with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
Exterior and aerodynamics
Star Spoke (Style 262) 17 x 7.0 light alloy wheels and 205/50 run-flat all-season tires 1 2Halogen free-form front foglights
Heated dual power mirrors and heated windshield washer jetsChrome-plated exhaust tips
Chrome-line exterior trim
Interior seating and trim
8-way adjustable front seats, including 2-way headrestsHeight adjustment for front passenger seat
Split fold-down rear seatsLeatherette upholstery
High-Gloss Black trim
Comfort and convenience
Engine Start/Stop buttonAutomatic climate control includes micro-filter, automatic air recirculation, left/right temperature control, MAX A/C, heat at rest, and recall of individual user settings
Front-door storage compartmentsFront-seat center armrest
Front-seat cupholdersTilt/telescopic steering-wheel column
Power front windows with "one-touch" up/down operationCruise Control
Rain-sensing windshield wipers and Automatic headlight control
Audio system
Anti-theft AM/FM stereo CD/MP3 player audio system with Radio Data System (RDS)HD Radio™ with"multicast" FM station reception
Auxiliary audio input for portable music players located in the center armrestiPod® and USB adapter
Instrumentation and controls
3-spoke leather-wrapped multi-function sport steering wheel with audio and hands-free phone controls (if so equipped)Service Interval Indicator with miles-to-service readout
Check Control vehicle monitor system with pictogram display, oil status display, and Condition Based Service indicatorTire Pressure Monitor
On-board computer with Check Control provides feedback on the vehicle's operating status: oil level indicator and distance to next service appointment/oil change, as well as other detailed information, such as spark plug and micro-filter status. It also provides travel information travel range on remaining fuel, external temperature, and more
Safety and security
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)Adaptive Brake Lights
BMW's Advanced Safety System for integrated deployment of passive and active safety systemsFront and rear Head Protection System (HPS)
Driver's and passenger's front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) with advanced technology: dual-threshold, dual-stage deployment; and front-passenger seat sensors designed to prevent unnecessary airbag deploymentFront passenger seat-occupation recognition with Passenger's Airbag Off indicator
Automatic safety-belt pretensioners at front seating positionsFront-seat-mounted front side-impact airbags
Interlocking door anchoring system to help protect against door intrusion in side impactsCentral locking system with center console switch (leaves gas filler door unlocked), double-lock feature and 2-step unlocking
Coded Driveaway ProtectionAutomatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts for installation of child-restraint seat
LATCH attachments for child-restraint safety installation in rear seatsCrash sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors, and turns on hazard and interior lights
Programmable Daytime Running Lights
BMW Services
BMW Ultimate Service® (for complete details on BMW Ultimate Service, visit bmwusa.com/ultimateservice)
  • 1 Run-flat tires do not come equipped with a spare tire and wheel.
  • 2 Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped with low-profile tires.