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2001 BMW Z3 MPG & fuel economy

The 2001 BMW Z3 is a two-seater offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2000 model. Among 20 two-seaters rated for 2001, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,821 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 19 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,821 15,000 mi/yr · $18.81 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2001 #8 of 20 Two-Seaters by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2001 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2001 Two-Seaters

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  1. 1Honda Insight53 MPG $877
  2. 2Nissan Hyper-Mini75 MPGe $1,215
  3. 3Ford Th!nk65 MPGe $1,404
  4. 4Toyota MR224 MPG $1,938
  5. 5Mazda MX-5 Miata23 MPG $2,576
  6. 8BMW Z321 MPG $2,821
  7. 20Ferrari 550 Maranello/Barchetta9 MPG $6,583
2001 Z3Other two-seatersClass median: $2,962/yr

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

Z3 MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Z3 Coupe		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 2.5L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Z3 Roadster		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

2001 BMW Z3 vs. rivals

vs Audi TT Roadster 22 MPG · $2,693/yr TT Roadster saves $128/yr vs Porsche Boxster 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Z3 saves $141/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class 23 MPG · $2,576/yr SLK-Class saves $245/yr vs Acura NSX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Z3 saves $470/yr vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 17 MPG · $3,485/yr Z3 saves $664/yr vs BMW Z8 15 MPG · $3,950/yr Z3 saves $1,129/yr vs Lotus Esprit 19 MPG · $3,118/yr Z3 saves $297/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2001 BMW Z3?

Up to 21 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 19 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2001 BMW Z3 use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2001 BMW Z3?

The 2001 BMW Z3's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2001 BMW Z3 per year?

About $2,821 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $18.81 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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