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2001 BMW M MPG & fuel economy

The 2001 BMW M is a subcompact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 18 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2000 model. Among 32 subcompact cars rated for 2001, it ranks 24th 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 · 23 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 #24 of 32 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2001 BMW M'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 9.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway239.810.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2001 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Suzuki Swift34 MPG $1,368
  2. 2Volkswagen Beetle Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Saturn SC29 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Suzuki Esteem29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Toyota Celica28 MPG $1,661
  6. 24BMW M18 MPG $3,292
  7. 32Ferrari 456 MGT/MGA11 MPG $5,386
2001 MOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,270/yr

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

M MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
M Coupe		 Gas 15 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3 Convertible		 Gas 14 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
M3		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 4.9L 8-cyl · 6-speed manual
M5		 Gas 12 MPG 19 MPG 15 MPG — $3,950

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.2L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2001 BMW M vs. rivals

vs Porsche 911 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar XK8 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus IS 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar XKR 17 MPG · $3,485/yr M saves $194/yr vs Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr CLK-Class saves $470/yr vs Volvo C70 21 MPG · $2,821/yr C70 saves $470/yr vs Audi TT Coupe 23 MPG · $2,576/yr TT Coupe saves $716/yr vs Saab 9-3 22 MPG · $2,114/yr 9-3 saves $1,178/yr vs Acura Integra 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Integra saves $1,354/yr vs Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental 12 MPG · $4,938/yr M saves $1,646/yr vs Bentley Azure 12 MPG · $4,938/yr M saves $1,646/yr vs Bentley Continental 12 MPG · $4,938/yr M saves $1,646/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2001 BMW M?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway); ratings range from 15 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2001 BMW M use?

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

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

The 2001 BMW M'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 9.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2001 BMW M 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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