1998 BMW 540I fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 1998 BMW 540I. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 16 city / 22 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 16 to 18 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 16 and 22 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,700 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 540i Automatic 5-spd | 8-cyl 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG | $3,700 |
| 540i Manual 6-spd | 8-cyl 4.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 22 | 16 MPG | $4,200 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,700 per year in fuel, versus $4,200 for the least efficient.