1996 · Two-Seater · Gas

1996 BMW Z3 MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 BMW Z3 is a two-seater offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway) on premium gasoline. Among 12 two-seaters rated for 1996, it ranks 4th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1996 #4 of 12 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 BMW Z3's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2912.38.1
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 1996 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Del Sol32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Suzuki X-9024 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda MX-5 Miata23 MPG $2,022
  4. 4BMW Z323 MPG $2,576
  5. 5Chevrolet Corvette18 MPG $2,583
  6. 12Vector Avtech SC / M129 MPG $6,583
1996 Z3Other two-seatersClass median: $3,205/yr

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

Z3 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 1.9L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
RWD · 1.9L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 20 MPG 29 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
1.9L 4-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

1996 BMW Z3 vs. rivals

vs Acura NSX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $716/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $716/yr vs Chevrolet Corvette 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Z3 saves $7/yr vs Nissan 300ZX 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Z3 saves $542/yr vs Mazda MX-5 Miata 23 MPG · $2,022/yr MX-5 Miata saves $554/yr vs Suzuki X-90 24 MPG · $1,938/yr X-90 saves $639/yr vs Ferrari Ferrari F355 Berlinetta/GTS 11 MPG · $5,386/yr Z3 saves $2,810/yr vs Lamborghini Diablo 10 MPG · $5,925/yr Z3 saves $3,349/yr vs Vector Avtech SC / M12 9 MPG · $6,583/yr Z3 saves $4,007/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 BMW Z3?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 29 highway).

What fuel does the 1996 BMW Z3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 BMW Z3?

The 1996 BMW Z3's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 BMW Z3 per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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