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2006-2011 BMW 3 Series MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 19–27 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 small car configurations, MY2011. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2006-2011 BMW 3 Series at a glance
The 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series covers 6 model years in the EPA database (144 configurations in all), rated 19–27 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2011, costs about $3,500 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 335d 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD (27 MPG), at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011. The best combined rating in the generation, 27 MPG, was reached in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2006-2011 BMW 3 Series by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Gas, Diesel | 19–27 MPG | $3,500–$4,160 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas, Diesel | 19–27 MPG | $3,500–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas, Diesel | 19–27 MPG | $3,500–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 19–22 MPG | $3,650–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 20–22 MPG | $3,650–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,230 | First year |
What the 2011 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$302
$3,620 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.03
Per 100 miles
$24.13
Five years
$18,100
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$340more a year
Class median $3,280 a year, MY2011
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 BMW 3 Series MPG
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,500.
Gas configurations (28)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,620 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,620 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,620 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,640 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,640 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,640 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,680 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,680 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,700 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,700 |
Show 18 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,750 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,750 |
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,860 |
| 328i Sports Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,860 |
| 335is Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| 335is Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,940 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,940 |
| 328i xDrive Sports Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,940 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| 328i Sports Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| 328i xDrive Sports Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| 335is Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,160 |
| 335is Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,160 |
28 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335d (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 35 | 27 | $3,500 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 BMW 3 Series MPG
19–27 MPG · $3,500–$4,230/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,500.
Gas configurations (24)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 14 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
24 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335d (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 36 | 27 | $3,500 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 BMW 3 Series MPG
19–27 MPG · $3,500–$4,230/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 27 MPG, up 5. Its annual cost goes from $3,650 to $3,500, $150 less.
Gas configurations (24)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 14 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| 335i xDrive 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
24 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 335d (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 23 | 36 | 27 | $3,500 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 BMW 3 Series MPG
19–22 MPG · $3,650–$4,230/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,650.
Gas configurations (24)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 14 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328cxi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328cxi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335cxi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335xi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335cxi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| 335xi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
24 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 BMW 3 Series MPG
20–22 MPG · $3,650–$4,020/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,650, $180 less.
Gas configurations (22)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| 328ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 12 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328i Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 328cxi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328cxi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 328xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335xi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 335xi 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
22 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 BMW 3 Series MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (19)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325ci 2.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 330ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 325i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 325i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 330i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 28 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 330i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 9 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325ci Convertible 2.5L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 2.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 330ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325ci 2.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S5) | 2.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 330ci 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 330i 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 330xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 330xi 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325xi Sport Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| 325ci Convertible 2.5L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S5) | 2.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| 330ci Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl RWD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
19 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD: $4,310 in California and $3,140 in Texas, a $1,170 difference.
- California $4,310
- Washington $4,060
- New York $3,570
- Florida $3,300
- Texas $3,140
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2011 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2005 (E46)
- 2006-2011 (E90)
- 2012-2018 (F30)
- 2019-2026 (G20)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series get?
EPA rates the 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series at 19–27 MPG combined across 144 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2011 335d 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 27 MPG (23 city, 35 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 19–22 MPG; Diesel: 27 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series?
The 335d 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 27 MPG, in 2009, 2010 and 2011. The lowest top rating, 21 MPG, was in 2006.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
How does the 2006-2011 BMW 3 Series compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2005 BMW 3 Series) is rated 18–22 MPG combined and costs $3,650–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2006-2011 model is rated 19–27 MPG and costs $3,500–$4,230 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 BMW 3 Series per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,620 a year. Across all 29 configurations the cost runs $3,500–$4,160 a year. That is a $660 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2011 BMW 3 Series 100 miles?
About $24.13 per 100 miles for the 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $23.33 and $27.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2011 BMW 3 Series more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD is rated 19 city and 28 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2011 BMW 3 Series compare with other small car configurations?
The 335ci 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,620 a year to fuel, $340 more than the class median of $3,280, and less than 4 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 313 rated small car configurations for MY2011, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2011 BMW 3 Series different from the 2010 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,500. EPA lists 29 configurations for 2011 against 25 configurations for 2010. See the 2010 BMW 3 Series for that year.