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2010 BMW M MPG & fuel economy

The 2010 BMW M is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 13 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2009 model. Among 41 subcompact cars rated for 2010, it ranks 36th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,703 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 14 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,703 15,000 mi/yr · $24.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2010 #36 of 41 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2010 BMW M's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway208.511.8
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 2010 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Yaris32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Suzuki Swift30 MPG $1,550
  3. 3Chevrolet Aveo30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Chevrolet Cobalt30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Pontiac G530 MPG $1,550
  6. 36BMW M16 MPG $3,703
  7. 41Aston Martin DBS14 MPG $4,232
2010 MOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,469/yr

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

M MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl · 7-speed automatic
M3 Convertible		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3 Coupe		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3 Convertible		 Gas 13 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 5.0L 10-cyl · 6-speed manual
M6		 Gas 11 MPG 17 MPG 13 MPG — $4,558
RWD · 5.0L 10-cyl · 7-speed automatic
M6		 Gas 11 MPG 17 MPG 13 MPG — $4,558

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.0L 8-cyl
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
84 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2010 BMW M vs. rivals

vs Maserati GranTurismo 15 MPG · $3,950/yr M saves $247/yr vs Lexus IS F 18 MPG · $3,292/yr IS F saves $411/yr vs Audi S5 20 MPG · $2,962/yr S5 saves $741/yr vs Infiniti G37 22 MPG · $2,693/yr G37 saves $1,010/yr vs Lexus SC 19 MPG · $3,118/yr SC saves $585/yr vs Jaguar XK 19 MPG · $3,118/yr XK saves $585/yr vs Aston Martin Rapide 15 MPG · $3,950/yr M saves $247/yr vs Aston Martin DB9 15 MPG · $3,950/yr M saves $247/yr vs Aston Martin DBS 14 MPG · $4,232/yr M saves $529/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2010 BMW M?

Up to 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 13 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2010 BMW M use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2010 BMW M?

The 2010 BMW M's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2010 BMW M per year?

About $3,703 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $24.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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