1998 BMW M RoadsterFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Two SeatersRear-Wheel Drive
City
18
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
21
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
21.0MPG average+0.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 21 MPG · Owner reported avg: 21.0 MPG
Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%
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 21.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 21 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Manual 5-spd
Regular
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,200/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual 5-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,200
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,000
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 423 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 14.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.2L 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
- 3.2L, 6-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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