1996 BMW 8 Series Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1996 BMW 8 Series (15 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 4.4 L; 12-cyl, 5.4 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $5,500
- Configurations
- 2
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-cyl 4.4 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 | — |
| 12-cyl 5.4 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 840ci | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 4.4 | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
| 850ci | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 12 | 5.4 | Premium Gasoline | 12 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1996 BMW 8 Series?
According to EPA data, the 1996 BMW 8 Series is rated at 15 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1996 BMW 8 Series have?
The EPA data lists 8 and 12 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1996 BMW 8 Series use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1996 BMW 8 Series?
The EPA estimates an annual fuel cost of $5,500.