2022 BMW X3 MFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
2022 BMW X3 M

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City
15
MPG
Highway
20
MPG
Combined
17
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
15
Hwy
20
Comb
17
Fuel cost: $4,800/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,800

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-12,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 3/10
GHG Score: 3/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
519 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
17.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 6-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
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
3L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
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$3,962/yr
California
$5.957/gal$5,256/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,431/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$3,649/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,990/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,979/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$4,933/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$4,075/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,925/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 17 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
63
Owner Complaints
7
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems63 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 63 owner complaints for the 2022 BMW X3 M. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), structure and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
18
Structure
11
Electrical System
7
Engine
7
Power Train
6
Brakes
5
Wheels & Tires
3
Speed Control
3

2022 BMW X3 M problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 18 complaints, Structure: 11 complaints, Electrical System: 7 complaints, Engine: 7 complaints, Power Train: 6 complaints, Brakes: 5 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 3 complaints, Speed Control: 3 complaints.

2
Crashes Reported
8
Fires Reported
6
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Other / UnknownFiled: 02/16/2026FireODI#11718288
1. The primary failure occurred within the electrical system and engine compartment wiring. According to the official forensic report (Ref No: XXX by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia, the …
StructureFiled: 12/10/2024ODI#11629976
The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the contact looking in the rearview mirror and became aware that the tailgate had opened. The contact pulled over and closed th…
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 09/15/2023ODI#11544775
The BMW front facing kafas camera system is prone to failure in the BMW X3. The plastic piece that holds the camera module in place has small plastic tabs that attach it to the windshield. These tab…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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