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1992 BMW 3 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 1992 BMW 3 Series is a subcompact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 22 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1991 model. Among 60 subcompact cars rated for 1992, it ranks 42nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1992 #42 of 60 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1992 BMW 3 Series's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1992 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Geo Metro47 MPG $989
  2. 2Honda Civic43 MPG $1,081
  3. 3Chevrolet Sprint40 MPG $1,162
  4. 4Pontiac Firefly40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Suzuki Swift40 MPG $1,162
  6. 42BMW 3 Series18 MPG $2,583
  7. 60Mercedes-Benz 56011 MPG $5,386
1992 3 SeriesOther subcompact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

3 Series MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
325i Convertible
Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
325i Convertible
Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
318i/318iS
Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 1.8L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
318i Convertible
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
325i/325iS
Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
325i/325iS
Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
76 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1992 BMW 3 Series?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 18 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1992 BMW 3 Series use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1992 BMW 3 Series?

The 1992 BMW 3 Series's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1992 BMW 3 Series per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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