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2005 BMW X3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 BMW X3 is a SUV offered in 4 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 17 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2004 model. Among 76 SUVs rated for 2005, it ranks 58th 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, 2005 #58 of 76 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 BMW X3'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 2005 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Ford Escape24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda Tribute24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Toyota RAV423 MPG $2,022
  6. 58BMW X318 MPG $3,292
  7. 76Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2005 X3Other SUVsClass median: $2,821/yr

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

X3 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
X3		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
X3		 Gas 15 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
4WD/AWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
X3		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
X3		 Gas 14 MPG 21 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2005 BMW X3 vs. rivals

vs Volvo XC90 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Same fuel cost vs Infiniti QX56 14 MPG · $3,321/yr X3 saves $30/yr vs Land Rover LR3 14 MPG · $3,321/yr X3 saves $30/yr vs Volvo XC70 19 MPG · $3,118/yr XC70 saves $173/yr vs Acura MDX 17 MPG · $3,485/yr X3 saves $194/yr vs Audi Allroad 17 MPG · $3,485/yr X3 saves $194/yr vs Cadillac Escalade 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Escalade saves $192/yr vs Lexus GX 15 MPG · $3,100/yr GX saves $192/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 BMW X3?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 17 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 BMW X3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 BMW X3?

The 2005 BMW X3'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 2005 BMW X3 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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