1991 BMW M5Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Compact CarsRear-Wheel Drive
City
10
MPG
Highway
19
MPG
Combined
13
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

16.5MPG average+26.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 13 MPG · Owner reported avg: 16.5 MPG

Driving mix: City 70% / Highway 30%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 16.5 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 13 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Manual 5-spd
Premium
City
10
Hwy
19
Comb
13
Fuel cost: $6,300/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$6,300

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-19,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
684 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
22.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3.5L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
Gas Guzzler, Port Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$5,181/yr
California
$5.957/gal$6,873/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$4,486/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$4,772/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$5,218/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$5,204/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$6,451/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$5,328/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$5,012/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$5,132/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 13 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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