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2021 BMW M MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 BMW M is a subcompact car offered in 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 26 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2020 model. Among 34 subcompact cars rated for 2021, it ranks 18th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,279 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 23 MPG city · 32 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,279 15,000 mi/yr · $15.19 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #18 of 34 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 BMW M's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City239.810.2
Highway3213.67.4
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 2021 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i3113 MPGe $805
  2. 2MINI Cooper EV108 MPGe $845
  3. 3BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid100 MPGe + 31 MPG $948
  4. 4Chevrolet Spark33 MPG $1,409
  5. 5Karma GS-670 MPGe + 26 MPG $1,496
  6. 18BMW M26 MPG $2,279
  7. 34Roush Performance Mustang15 MPG $3,950
2021 MOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,279/yr

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

M MPG across model years

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12 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
Gas 23 MPG 32 MPG 26 MPG — $2,279
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M240i Coupe
Gas 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M240i xDrive Coupe
Gas 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $2,469
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
M240i Coupe
Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
M2 Competition Coupe
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
AWD · 4.4L 8-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M550i xDrive
Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 7-speed dual-clutch
M2 Competition Coupe
Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
AWD · 4.4L 8-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M850i xDrive Convertible
Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
M4 Coupe
Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M4 Competition Coupe
Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
AWD · 4.4L 8-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M8 Competition Convertible
Gas 15 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
AWD · 6.6L 12-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
M760i xDrive
Gas 13 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
335 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2021 BMW M vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2021 BMW M Hybrid (26 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 BMW M?

Up to 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway); ratings range from 16 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 BMW M use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 BMW M?

The 2021 BMW M's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.8 km/L in the city and 13.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 BMW M per year?

About $2,279 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $15.19 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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