BMW 3-Series Real World MPG

73 messages, Last post on Jun 14, 2008 at 6:24 AM

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#72 of 73 Good MPG from a 2002 325i manual by gtom71 Jun 05, 2008 (8:13 pm)
I've had my 325i and it has about 55k miles on it. Just recently drove from NYC to Boston. I got 28-30mpg on both legs of the trip w/ A/C use and a fully packed car. 2 kids/ 2 adults and luggage. I averaged probably around 75 touching 90 occasionally. Usually I get 22-25 in the city driving between NJ, NYC and Long Island and Hwy around 27-30 depending on how spirited I drive. I've seen the computer hit 34mpg on a fresh tank and right onto the hwy, but only going about 60 on the flats. Usually can't stay like that for long. Looking to get a 3 series convert, after I trade in the sedan for a minivan.
#73 of 73 BMW E46 Real World Mileage listings - please add by nopcbs Jun 14, 2008 (6:24 am)
2003 330i zhp 6-speed Suburbanish-city driving: 19 mpg Highway 65 mph on cruise: 34-35 mpg Both on premium; regular does not seem to make much difference. The city number is a little disappointing as my wife's RX330 does 17-18 mpg and it is a big lump. Sure hope they start doing hybrids or importing manual shift diesels.