2016 · Subcompact Car · Plug-in hybrid
2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid is a subcompact car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 72 miles on electricity (117 MPGe), then returns 39 MPG on gas. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 39 subcompact cars rated for 2016, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $905 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 16.6 km/L (6.0 L/100 km), or 39 MPG combined: 17.4 km/L in the city and 15.7 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 117 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 41 | 17.4 | 5.7 |
| Highway (gas) | 37 | 15.7 | 6.4 |
| Combined (gas) | 39 | 16.6 | 6.0 |
How it ranks among 2016 Subcompact Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
i3 Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 0.6L 2-cyl · Single-speed i3 REX |
Plug-in hybrid | 127 MPGe + 41 MPG | 107 MPGe + 37 MPG | 117 MPGe + 39 MPG | 150 mi | $905 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 0.6L 2-cyl
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electricity use
- 29 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 72 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 4 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 84 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 37 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 117 MPGe + 39 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2016 BMW i3 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 i3 Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 16.6 km/L (6.0 L/100 km), or 39 MPG combined: 17.4 km/L in the city and 15.7 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 117 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $905 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $6.03 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.