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2003 BMW M MPG & fuel economy

The 2003 BMW M is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (14 city / 21 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 17 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2002 model. Among 37 subcompact cars rated for 2003, it ranks 27th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,485 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 14 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,485 15,000 mi/yr · $23.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2003 #27 of 37 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2003 BMW M's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway218.911.2
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 2003 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Beetle Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  2. 2Toyota Celica28 MPG $1,661
  3. 3Acura RSX26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Ford Escort25 MPG $1,860
  5. 5Mitsubishi Eclipse24 MPG $1,938
  6. 27BMW M17 MPG $3,485
  7. 37Aston Martin DB-7 GT11 MPG $5,386
2003 MOther subcompact carsClass median: $3,118/yr

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

M MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
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 · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
M3		 Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
M3 Convertible		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
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
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
74 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

2003 BMW M vs. rivals

vs Lexus SC 18 MPG · $3,292/yr SC saves $194/yr vs Jaguar XKR 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Same fuel cost vs Porsche Carrera 4 S 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 S Kit 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 S Kit saves $194/yr vs Porsche Turbo 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Porsche Turbo Kit 16 MPG · $3,703/yr M saves $218/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 Cabriolet 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 Cabriolet saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 4 Cabriolet Kit 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Carrera 4 Cabriolet Kit saves $194/yr vs Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Carrera 2 Coupe saves $367/yr vs Porsche Carrera 2 Coupe Kit 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Carrera 2 Coupe Kit saves $367/yr vs Porsche Targa 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Targa saves $367/yr vs Porsche Carrera 2 Cabriolet 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Carrera 2 Cabriolet saves $367/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2003 BMW M?

Up to 17 MPG combined (14 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 15 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2003 BMW M use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2003 BMW M?

The 2003 BMW M's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2003 BMW M per year?

About $3,485 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $23.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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