1999 · Two-Seater · Gas

1999 BMW Z3 MPG & fuel economy

The 1999 BMW Z3 is a two-seater offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. That's down 4 MPG from the 1998 model. Among 16 two-seaters rated for 1999, it ranks 4th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1999 #4 of 16 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1999 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1999 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1GMC EV185 MPGe $1,080
  2. 2Mazda MX-5 Miata24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3BMW M20 MPG $2,325
  4. 4BMW Z320 MPG $2,325
  5. 5Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class22 MPG $2,693
  6. 16Ferrari 550 Maranello10 MPG $5,925
1999 Z3Other two-seatersClass median: $3,292/yr

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

Z3 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

1999 BMW Z3 vs. rivals

vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Z3 saves $368/yr vs Porsche Boxster 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Z3 saves $638/yr vs BMW M 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Acura NSX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $967/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Z3 saves $1,160/yr vs Mazda MX-5 Miata 24 MPG · $1,938/yr MX-5 Miata saves $387/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1999 BMW Z3?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1999 BMW Z3 use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1999 BMW Z3?

The 1999 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1999 BMW Z3 per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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