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2016 BMW X3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2016 BMW X3 is a small SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 60 small SUVs rated for 2016, it ranks 46th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,469 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 21 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,469 15,000 mi/yr · $16.46 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2016 #46 of 60 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2016 BMW X3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2811.98.4
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 2016 Small SUVs

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  1. 1BYD e672 MPGe $1,269
  2. 2Toyota RAV4 Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Lexus NX Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid31 MPG $1,500
  5. 5Honda HR-V31 MPG $1,500
  6. 46BMW X324 MPG $2,469
  7. 60Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell50 MPGe $10,800
2016 X3Other small SUVsClass median: $1,956/yr

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

X3 MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
X3 sDrive 28i		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
X3 xDrive28i		 Gas 21 MPG 28 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
X3 xDrive35i		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
375 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2016 BMW X3 vs. rivals

vs Land Rover Range Rover 24 MPG · $2,469/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 24 MPG · $2,469/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus NX 25 MPG · $2,370/yr NX saves $99/yr vs Acura MDX 23 MPG · $2,576/yr X3 saves $107/yr vs Acura RDX 23 MPG · $2,576/yr X3 saves $107/yr vs Infiniti QX60 23 MPG · $2,576/yr X3 saves $107/yr vs Lincoln MKX 20 MPG · $2,325/yr MKX saves $144/yr vs Audi Q5 Hybrid 26 MPG · $2,279/yr Q5 Hybrid saves $190/yr vs Land Rover Discovery 22 MPG · $2,693/yr X3 saves $224/yr vs BMW X3 Diesel 30 MPG · $1,850/yr X3 Diesel saves $619/yr vs Audi Allroad 24 MPG · $2,469/yr Same fuel cost

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Same year, other powertrains: 2016 BMW X3 Diesel (30 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2016 BMW X3?

Up to 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 21 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2016 BMW X3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 BMW X3?

The 2016 BMW X3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 BMW X3 per year?

About $2,469 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $16.46 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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