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2003 BMW X5 fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 BMW X5. Combined fuel economy ranges from 14 to 16 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 14 city / 19 highway.

At a glance

Combined
14 to 16 MPG depending on version
City and highway
14 and 19 most efficient version
Yearly fuel cost
$5,150 EPA estimate, most efficient version

Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov

Every version the EPA tested

VersionEngineDriveCityHighwayCombinedYearly fuel cost
X5
Automatic 5-spd
6-cyl 3.0L 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 141916 MPG $5,150
X5
Manual 5-spd
6-cyl 3.0L 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 141916 MPG $5,150
X5
Automatic 5-spd
8-cyl 4.4L 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 131714 MPG $5,850
X5 4.6is
Automatic 5-spd
8-cyl 4.6L 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive 121614 MPG $5,850
EPA estimates under standard test conditions. Your mileage will vary with driving style, load and weather.

At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $5,150 per year in fuel, versus $5,850 for the least efficient.

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