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2015-2021 BMW M MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 16–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 small car configurations, MY2021. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2015-2021 BMW M at a glance
The 2015-2021 BMW M covers 7 model years in the EPA database (157 configurations in all), rated 16–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2021, costs about $3,070 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD (26 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2021.
2015-2021 BMW M by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid | 16–26 MPG | $3,040–$5,170 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 16–25 MPG | $3,220–$5,170 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 16–24 MPG | $3,330–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 16–22 MPG | $3,580–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 16–22 MPG | $3,580–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 16–22 MPG | $3,580–$5,010 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 16–25 MPG | $3,260–$5,010 | First year |
What the 2021 M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs to drive
Per month
$256
$3,070 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.12
Per 100 miles
$20.47
Five years
$15,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$140less a year
Class median $3,210 a year, MY2021
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 BMW M MPG
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,220 to $3,070, $150 less.
Gas configurations (23)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M235i xDrive Gran Coupe (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,070 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,320 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,320 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,320 |
| M240i xDrive Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,320 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 21 | $3,740 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 21 | $3,740 |
| M2 Competition Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,990 |
| M550i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,010 |
| M850i xDrive Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,120 |
Show 13 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M850i xDrive Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,120 |
| M2 Competition Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,290 |
| M4 Competition Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
| M3 Competition | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
| M4 Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,310 |
| M3 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,310 |
| M8 Competition Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M5 Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M8 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M8 Competition Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M8 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| M760i xDrive | 6.6L 12-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,170 |
23 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M340i (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $3,040 |
| M340i xDrive | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,160 |
| M440i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $3,160 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 BMW M MPG
16–25 MPG · $3,220–$5,170/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,330 to $3,220, $110 less.
Gas configurations (37)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M240i Coupe M Performance 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,220 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,220 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,220 |
| M340i | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,220 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe M Performance | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
Show 27 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M240i xDrive Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
| M340i xDrive | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,230 |
| M240i Coupe M Performance 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,710 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,710 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,710 |
| M850i xDrive Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,950 |
| M550i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,950 |
| M2 Competition Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,990 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,990 |
| M4 Coupe Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,990 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,050 |
| M4 Convertible Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,050 |
| M850i xDrive Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| M850i xDrive Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,100 |
| M2 CS Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,120 |
| M2 Competition Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,270 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,270 |
| M4 CS | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,270 |
| M4 Coupe Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,270 |
| M2 CS Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,290 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M4 Convertible Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M8 Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M8 Competition Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M8 Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M8 Competition Convertible | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M5 Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M8 Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M8 Competition Gran Coupe | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M760i xDrive | 6.6L 12-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 20 | 16 | $5,170 |
37 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 BMW M MPG
16–24 MPG · $3,330–$5,020/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,580 to $3,330, $250 less.
Gas configurations (25)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M240i Coupe M Performance 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,330 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,330 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,330 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe M Performance | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,340 |
| M240i xDrive Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,340 |
| M240i xDrive Convertible | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,340 |
Show 15 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M240i Coupe M Performance 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,750 |
| M240i Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,750 |
| M240i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,750 |
| M550i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,930 |
| M2 Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M4 Coupe Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,050 |
| M4 Convertible Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,050 |
| M2 Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,260 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,260 |
| M4 CS | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,260 |
| M4 Coupe Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,260 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M4 Convertible Competition 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,720 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| M5 Competition | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
25 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 BMW M MPG
16–22 MPG · $3,580–$5,020/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,580.
Gas configurations (16)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,960 |
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,960 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,050 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,070 |
Show 6 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,070 |
| M4 DTM Champions Edition | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,070 |
| M550i xDrive | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,130 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M3 CS | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,340 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,720 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,720 |
| M5 | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
16 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 BMW M MPG
16–22 MPG · $3,580–$5,020/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,580.
Gas configurations (16)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,980 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,140 |
Show 6 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,700 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,700 |
| X5 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
16 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 BMW M MPG
16–22 MPG · $3,580–$5,010/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 22 MPG, down 3. Its annual cost goes from $3,260 to $3,580, $320 more.
Gas configurations (19)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,580 |
| M2 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,140 |
Show 9 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M4 GTS | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,330 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M5 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| X5 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M5 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
19 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 BMW M MPG
16–25 MPG · $3,260–$5,010/yr
Gas configurations (18)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M235i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,260 |
| M235i Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,710 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,000 |
| M4 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,140 |
Show 8 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M4 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | RWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,160 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| M5 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Manual 6-spd | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,690 |
| X5 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| X6 M | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,980 |
| M6 Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M6 Convertible 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M6 Gran Coupe 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
| M5 4.4L 8-cyl turbo RWD Automatic (AM-S7) | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,010 |
18 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 M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD: $3,660 in California and $2,660 in Texas, a $1,000 difference.
- California $3,660
- Washington $3,440
- New York $3,030
- Florida $2,800
- Texas $2,660
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Closest combined MPG among MY2021 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2001
- 2002-2006
- 2007-2012
- 2013-2014
- 2015-2021
- 2022-2027*
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2015-2021 BMW M get?
EPA rates the 2015-2021 BMW M at 16–26 MPG combined across 157 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2021 M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 26 MPG (23 city, 32 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 16–26 MPG; Hybrid: 25–26 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2015-2021 BMW M?
The M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2021. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2015-2021 BMW M?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021.
How does the 2015-2021 BMW M compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2013-2014 BMW M) is rated 14–17 MPG combined and costs $4,690–$5,750 a year to fuel; the 2015-2021 model is rated 16–26 MPG and costs $3,040–$5,170 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 BMW M per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,070 a year. Across all 26 configurations the cost runs $3,040–$5,170 a year. That is a $2,130 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2021 BMW M 100 miles?
About $20.47 per 100 miles for the M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.27 and $34.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2021 BMW M compare with other small car configurations?
The M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,070 a year to fuel, $140 less than the class median of $3,210, and less than 6 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 298 rated small car configurations for MY2021, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2021 BMW M hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (M340i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD) is rated 26 MPG against 26 MPG for the best gas version (M235i xDrive Gran Coupe 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD), 0 MPG more. At premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $3,040 versus $3,070 a year, a saving of $30.
Is the 2021 BMW M different from the 2020 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,220 to $3,070, $150 less. EPA lists 26 configurations for 2021 against 37 configurations for 2020. See the 2020 BMW M for that year.