BMW 3 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated BMW 3 model year from 2006 to 2015 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the 3 has been offered with 3.0L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2015 (up to 28 MPG combined). Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
BMW 3 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 28 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2014 | 28 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 28 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 18–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 18–22 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2015 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2015 3 was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveHybrid 3 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
2014 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2014 3 was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveHybrid 3 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
2013 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2013 3 was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveHybrid 3 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Premium | 25 | 32 | 28 MPG |
2008 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2008 3 was EPA-rated in 7 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| X3 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X3 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| X5 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2007 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2007 3 was EPA-rated in 9 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| X3 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X3 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| X3 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| X3 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 16 | 24 | 19 MPG |
| X5 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2006 BMW 3: engines & MPG
The 2006 3 was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z4 3.0si Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0si Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0si | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 18 | 27 | 21 MPG |
| Z4 3.0i | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Premium | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a BMW 3 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the 3 range from 21 to 28 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2015 model year.
What engines does the 2015 BMW 3 have?
The 2015 3 was EPA-rated with 3.0L 6-cyl engines — see the 2015 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the BMW 3 require premium gas?
Yes — every EPA-rated gas 3 version specifies premium gasoline.
Is there a hybrid or electric 3?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/bmw/3.
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