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2018 BMW X3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2018 BMW X3 is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2017 model. Among 68 small SUVs rated for 2018, it ranks 53rd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,370 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,370 15,000 mi/yr · $15.80 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2018 #53 of 68 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2018 BMW X3's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2018 Small SUVs

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  1. 1BYD e672 MPGe $1,258
  2. 2Nissan Rogue Hybrid34 MPG $1,368
  3. 3Toyota RAV4 Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Lexus NX Hybrid31 MPG $1,500
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid74 MPGe + 25 MPG $1,545
  6. 53BMW X325 MPG $2,370
  7. 68Audi SQ521 MPG $2,821
2018 X3Other small SUVsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

X3 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
X3 xDrive30i		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
X3 M40i		 Gas 20 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
359 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2018 BMW X3 vs. rivals

vs Audi Q5 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus NX 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs Lincoln MKX 20 MPG · $2,325/yr MKX saves $45/yr vs Volvo XC60 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $99/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $99/yr vs Jaguar F-Pace 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $99/yr vs Alfa Romeo Stelvio 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $99/yr vs Jaguar E-Pace 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $99/yr vs Acura MDX Hybrid 27 MPG · $2,194/yr MDX Hybrid saves $176/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class 27 MPG · $2,194/yr GLA-Class saves $176/yr vs Audi Allroad 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2018 BMW X3?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 23 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2018 BMW X3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 BMW X3?

The 2018 BMW X3's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 BMW X3 per year?

About $2,370 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $15.80 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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