1984 · Compact Car · Gas

1984 BMW 5 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 1984 BMW 5 Series is a compact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG. Among 45 compact cars rated for 1984, it ranks 30th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 18 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1984 #30 of 45 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1984 BMW 5 Series's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2410.29.8
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1984 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Escort Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  2. 2Mercury Lynx Diesel39 MPG $1,423
  3. 3Ford Escort32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Mercury Lynx32 MPG $1,453
  5. 5Renault Alliance/Encore32 MPG $1,453
  6. 30BMW 5 Series20 MPG $2,325
  7. 45Rolls-Royce Camargue8 MPG $5,812
1984 5 SeriesOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

5 Series MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
— · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
5 Series
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
— · 3.2L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
5 Series
Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.7L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
—
Passenger volume
86 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1984 BMW 5 Series?

Up to 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1984 BMW 5 Series use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1984 BMW 5 Series?

The 1984 BMW 5 Series's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1984 BMW 5 Series per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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