1997 BMW M Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1997 BMW M (20–21 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.2 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 20–21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,900–$4,100
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17–18 | 26 | 20–21 | $3,900–$4,100 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
| M3 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 3.2 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1997 BMW M?
According to EPA data, the 1997 BMW M is rated at 20–21 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1997 BMW M have?
The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 1997 BMW M use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1997 BMW M?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,900 to $4,100.