BMW · 1997 lineup
1997 BMW lineup: MPG & fuel cost
BMW has 6 EPA-rated model lines for 1997. The cheapest to run is the BMW 3 Series at about $2,469 a year (24 MPG). Across its gas and hybrid models, the median BMW is rated 21 MPG combined, 2.0 MPG above the 1997 industry median of 19 MPG.
Every 1997 BMW by fuel cost
Annual fuel cost, lower is betterFull 1997 BMW lineup
| Model | Class | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 Series | Subcompact Car | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $2,469 |
| BMW Z3 | Two-Seater | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $2,469 |
| BMW 5 Series | Compact Car | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,821 |
| BMW M | Subcompact Car | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,821 |
| BMW 7 Series | Large Car | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $3,292 |
| BMW 8 Series | Subcompact Car | Gas | 15 MPG | — | $3,950 |