1992 · Subcompact Car · Gas
1992 BMW 8 Series MPG & fuel economy
The 1992 BMW 8 Series is a subcompact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 13 MPG combined (11 city / 17 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1991 model. Among 60 subcompact cars rated for 1992, it ranks 54th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,577 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1992 BMW 8 Series's fuel average is 5.5 km/L (18.1 L/100 km), or 13 MPG combined: 4.7 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 11 | 4.7 | 21.4 |
| Highway | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Combined | 13 | 5.5 | 18.1 |
How it ranks among 1992 Subcompact Cars
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8 Series MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 5.0L 12-cyl · 4-speed automatic 850i |
Gas | 11 MPG | 17 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $3,577 |
| RWD · 5.0L 12-cyl · 6-speed manual 850i |
Gas | 11 MPG | 17 MPG | 13 MPG | — | $3,577 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 5.0L 12-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Passenger volume
- 81 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 11 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 684 g/mi
1992 BMW 8 Series vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1992 BMW 8 Series?
Up to 13 MPG combined (11 city / 17 highway).
What fuel does the 1992 BMW 8 Series use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1992 BMW 8 Series?
The 1992 BMW 8 Series's fuel average is 5.5 km/L (18.1 L/100 km), or 13 MPG combined: 4.7 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1992 BMW 8 Series per year?
About $3,577 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $23.85 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.