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2005 BMW M MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 BMW M is a subcompact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (14 city / 21 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 17 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2004 model. Among 45 subcompact cars rated for 2005, it ranks 34th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,485 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 14 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,485 15,000 mi/yr · $23.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #34 of 45 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 BMW M's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway218.911.2
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 2005 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Scion xA30 MPG $1,550
  2. 2Volkswagen Beetle Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  3. 3Toyota Celica28 MPG $1,661
  4. 4Acura RSX26 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Chevrolet Cobalt25 MPG $1,860
  6. 34BMW M17 MPG $3,485
  7. 45Maserati Coupe and Gransport12 MPG $4,938
2005 MOther subcompact carsClass median: $3,118/yr

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

M MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3 Convertible		 Gas 14 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
M3		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
M3 Convertible		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.2L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
74 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

2005 BMW M vs. rivals

vs Lexus SC 18 MPG · $3,292/yr SC saves $194/yr vs Jaguar XKR 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Same fuel cost vs Porsche Carrera 4 S Kit 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S Kit saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 S Coupe 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S Coupe saves $194/yr vs Porsche Turbo 4 911 Kit 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Porsche Turbo 4 911 Turbo 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Porsche Turbo 4 911 S 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Audi S4 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 Cabriolet 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 Cabriolet saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 Cabriolet Kit 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 Cabriolet Kit saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 S Cabriolet 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S Cabriolet saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 S Cabriolet Kit 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S Cabriolet Kit saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 BMW M?

Up to 17 MPG combined (14 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 16 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 BMW M use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 BMW M?

The 2005 BMW M's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 BMW M per year?

About $3,485 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $23.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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