2016 BMW X3 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2016 BMW X3. Combined fuel economy ranges from 21 to 30 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 27 city / 33 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 21 to 30 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 27 and 33 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 xDrive28d Automatic (S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG | $3,200 |
| X3 sDrive 28i Automatic (S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| X3 xDrive28i Automatic (S8) | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| X3 xDrive35i Automatic (S8) | 6-cyl 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 MPG | $3,900 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,200 per year in fuel, versus $3,900 for the least efficient.