2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i gets an EPA-estimated 21/28 MPG (city/highway) and 24 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,150/year fuel cost and 375 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 2 L 4-cyl.
The 2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i with the 2-liter 4-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 21 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway, for a combined 24 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 2 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| MPG — city | 21 |
| MPG — highway | 28 |
| MPG — combined | 24 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,150 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 375 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 5/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 24 MPG, the 2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is roughly 32% thirstier than the typical Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD of its era (35 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,150 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i. Over five years that is roughly $15,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2016 BMW X3 sDrive 28i emits approximately 375 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 5 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.