2026 · Midsize Car · Plug-in hybrid
2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 34 miles on electricity (68 MPGe), then returns 25 MPG on gas. That's up 1 MPG from the 2025 model. Among 31 midsize cars rated for 2026, it ranks 16th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $1,714 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 68 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 22 | 9.4 | 10.7 |
| Highway (gas) | 28 | 11.9 | 8.4 |
| Combined (gas) | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
How it ranks among 2026 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
5 Series Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic 550e xDrive Sedan |
Plug-in hybrid | 65 MPGe + 22 MPG | 73 MPGe + 28 MPG | 68 MPGe + 25 MPG | 430 mi | $1,714 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Electricity use
- 49 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 34 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 2 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 98 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 14 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 133 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 7/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 9/10
2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 68 MPGe + 25 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2026 BMW 5 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 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 68 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 BMW 5 Series Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $1,714 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $11.42 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.