Alpina B12 (E38) (1995–2000)

The Alpina B12 (E38) was offered with 2 gasoline engine versions, from 387 to 430 hp, built 1995–2000.

Production years1995–2000
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length196.2 in (4,984 mm)
Width73.3 in (1,862 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Cargo volume17.7 cu ft (500 l)
Fuel tank25.1 gal (95 l)

All Alpina B12 (E38) engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
5.7 i V12 E-Kat Switchtronic (387 hp)1995–1998Gasoline387 hp (285 kW)413 lb-ft (560 Nm)6.4 s174 mph (280 km/h)Rear-wheel drive
6.0 (430 hp)1999–2000Gasoline430 hp (316 kW)

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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