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2001 BMW 7 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 2001 BMW 7 Series is a midsize car offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2000 model. Among 41 midsize cars rated for 2001, it ranks 28th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,292 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 15 MPG city · 22 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,292 15,000 mi/yr · $21.94 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2001 #28 of 41 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2001 BMW 7 Series's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway229.410.7
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2001 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Mazda 62625 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Honda Accord25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Saturn L100/20025 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Nissan Maxima22 MPG $2,114
  5. 5Hyundai Sonata22 MPG $2,114
  6. 28BMW 7 Series18 MPG $3,292
  7. 41Bentley Arnage12 MPG $4,938
2001 7 SeriesOther midsize carsClass median: $2,325/yr

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

7 Series MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.4L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic
740i		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 4.4L 8-cyl · 5-speed automatic
740i		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 5.4L 12-cyl · 5-speed automatic
750il		 Gas 12 MPG 18 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.4L 8-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
100 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2001 BMW 7 Series vs. rivals

vs Cadillac Eldorado 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus GS 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi A8 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar S-type 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi A6 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar Vanden Plas 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Infiniti Q45 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Cadillac Seville 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura RL 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo S80 20 MPG · $2,962/yr S80 saves $329/yr vs Lincoln LS 19 MPG · $3,118/yr LS saves $173/yr vs Audi S8 15 MPG · $3,950/yr 7 Series saves $658/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2001 BMW 7 Series?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2001 BMW 7 Series use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2001 BMW 7 Series?

The 2001 BMW 7 Series's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2001 BMW 7 Series per year?

About $3,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $21.94 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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