2015 BMW i8 MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2015 BMW i8 gets an EPA-estimated 28/29 MPG (city/highway) and 28 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,700/year fuel cost and 198 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.5 L 3-cyl.
The 2015 BMW i8 with the 1.5-liter 3-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 28 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, for a combined 28 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.5 L 3-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Subcompact Cars |
| MPG — city | 28 |
| MPG — highway | 29 |
| MPG — combined | 28 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,700 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 198 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 10/10 |
| Electric range | 330 mi |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 28 MPG, the 2015 BMW i8 sits in the good range for fuel economy. That is about 18% better than the typical Subcompact Cars of its era (24 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,700 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2015 BMW i8. Over five years that is roughly $13,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2015 BMW i8 emits approximately 198 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 10 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.