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2000 BMW Z3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2000 BMW Z3 is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1999 model. Among 16 two-seaters rated for 2000, it ranks 5th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,962 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,962 15,000 mi/yr · $19.75 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2000 #5 of 16 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2000 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2000 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Insight53 MPG $877
  2. 2Mazda MX-5 Miata24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Toyota MR224 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class22 MPG $2,693
  5. 5BMW Z320 MPG $2,962
  6. 16Ferrari 550 Maranello9 MPG $6,583
2000 Z3Other two-seatersClass median: $3,205/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 · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2000 BMW Z3 vs. rivals

vs Porsche Boxster 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 22 MPG · $2,693/yr SLK-Class saves $269/yr vs Acura NSX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $329/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Z3 saves $523/yr vs BMW Z8 15 MPG · $3,950/yr Z3 saves $988/yr vs Honda S2000 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Same fuel cost vs Lotus Esprit 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Z3 saves $741/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2000 BMW Z3?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2000 BMW Z3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2000 BMW Z3?

The 2000 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2000 BMW Z3 per year?

About $2,962 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $19.75 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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