2016 · Compact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid is a compact car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 14 miles on electricity (72 MPGe), then returns 31 MPG on gas. Among 51 compact cars rated for 2016, it ranks 26th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,614 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 72 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 28 | 11.9 | 8.4 |
| Highway (gas) | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
| Combined (gas) | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
How it ranks among 2016 Compact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
3 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 330e |
Plug-in hybrid | 67 MPGe + 28 MPG | 78 MPGe + 36 MPG | 72 MPGe + 31 MPG | 350 mi | $1,614 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electricity use
- 47 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 14 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 2 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 96 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 9 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 184 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 9/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Same year, other powertrains: 2016 BMW 3 Series (28 MPG), 2016 BMW 3 Series Diesel (35 MPG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 72 MPGe + 31 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid use?
Premium gas + electricity (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 13.2 km/L (7.6 L/100 km), or 31 MPG combined: 11.9 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 72 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $1,614 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $10.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.