1998 · Two-Seater · Gas

1998 BMW Z3 MPG & fuel economy

The 1998 BMW Z3 is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 24 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 24 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1997 model. Among 12 two-seaters rated for 1998, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,938 a year to fuel.

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Combined 24 MPG 20 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,938 15,000 mi/yr · $12.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1998 #1 of 12 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1998 BMW Z3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2410.29.8

How it ranks among 1998 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1BMW Z324 MPG $1,938
  2. 2Suzuki X-9023 MPG $2,022
  3. 3Porsche Boxster20 MPG $2,962
  4. 4Chevrolet Corvette19 MPG $3,118
  5. 5Acura NSX18 MPG $3,292
  6. 12Ferrari Ferrari 550 Maranello10 MPG $5,925
1998 Z3Other two-seatersClass median: $3,594/yr

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

Z3 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 1.9L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
RWD · 1.9L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
1.9L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
370 g/mi

1998 BMW Z3 vs. rivals

vs Porsche Boxster 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Z3 saves $1,025/yr vs Acura NSX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $1,354/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Z3 saves $1,548/yr vs Suzuki X-90 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Z3 saves $84/yr vs Acura Integra 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura CL 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1998 BMW Z3?

Up to 24 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 18 to 24 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1998 BMW Z3 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1998 BMW Z3?

The 1998 BMW Z3's fuel average is 10.2 km/L (9.8 L/100 km), or 24 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1998 BMW Z3 per year?

About $1,938 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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