BMW 3 Series Mileage & Running Cost

BMW 3 Series Mileage

2 variants · Petrol · ₹72.85 - 75.40 Lakh L ex-showroom · Best 13.02 kmpl ARAI

₹72.85 - 75.40 Lakh L* Petrol 13.02 kmpl 2 Variants

BMW 3 Series buyers always ask two things first: price and mileage. You have the price. This page covers the mileage.

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Fuel Efficiency Report

BMW 3 Series — Fuel Efficiency Report

Ex-showroom price ₹72.85 - 75.40 Lakh L

Petrol

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ARAI Mileage

13.02

kmpl

01 — At a Glance

BMW 3 Series Petrol Mileage

Engine-wise breakdown — every powertrain at a glance.

Engine	ARAI	City	Highway	Fuel Tank
2998 cc	13.02 kmpl kmpl	—	—	59 Litres L

02 — Owner Data

BMW 3 Series Claimed vs Real World Mileage

Lab figures rarely match daily driving. Here's what owners are actually reporting.

2998 cc 8-Speed Steptronic Automatic

ARAI

13.02

Real-world

10*

*Estimated real-world figure (~77% of ARAI). Based on owner submissions across city and mixed driving. Submit your review →

03 — Variant-Wise

BMW 3 Series all Variants Mileage

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M340i 50 Jahre Edition 72.85 Lakh 13.02 kmpl kmpl +

13.02 kmpl kmpl

ARAI Mileage

59 Litres L

Fuel Tank

2998 cc

Engine

8-Speed Steptronic Automatic

Transmission

Specs & Details ›

M340i xDrive 75.40 Lakh 13.02 kmpl kmpl +

13.02 kmpl kmpl

ARAI Mileage

59 Litres L

Fuel Tank

2998 cc

Engine

8-Speed Steptronic Automatic

Transmission

Specs & Details ›

04 — Plan Ahead

Running Cost Calculator

Estimate what this car will actually cost you to run, based on your driving.

Monthly Driving Distance (km)

Fuel Price (₹ / Litre)

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05 — Driving Smarter

How to Improve Your Mileage

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Check tyre pressure monthly

Under-inflated tyres can drop mileage by 3–4%.

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Use Eco drive mode in city

Eco mode softens throttle response in stop-start traffic.

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Avoid long idling

Turn the engine off at halts longer than 60 seconds.

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Service the air filter on time

A clogged filter forces the engine to work harder.

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Load light, roof clear

Roof racks and excess cargo increase drag and weight.

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Smooth acceleration

Gentle throttle inputs reduce fuel-heavy spikes.

06 — Rivals

vs. Competitors — Mileage Only

Model	BMW 3 SERIES	BMW M2	BMW X3	BMW 7 SERIES	BMW 2 SERIES GRAN COUPE
ARAI Mileage	13.02 kmpl	17.86 kmpl	17.86 kmpl	16.55 kmpl	16.35 kmpl

07 — Budget

Cars in a Similar Budget

Matched by segment and price range. Tap to check each car's mileage page.

BMW 5 Series

₹74.80 Lakh–74.80 LakhL

15.7 kmpl

Audi A6

₹63.74 Lakh–69.89 LakhL

14.11 kmpl

Audi A4

₹46.88 Lakh–55.83 LakhL

17.4 kmpl

08 — Compare

Compare This Car Head-to-Head

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09 — Owner Voices

Questions From Real Owners

What is the ARAI mileage of BMW 3 Series?

BMW 3 Series gives a certified ARAI mileage of 13.02 kmpl. This is a lab figure measured under standard test conditions; real-world mileage is typically 15–25% lower depending on driving style and city conditions.

What is the real-world mileage of BMW 3 Series?

Owner-reported mileage for the BMW 3 Series typically ranges between 70–80% of the ARAI figure. Mixed city-highway driving conditions, AC usage, traffic patterns and driving habits all influence real-world fuel efficiency.

Which BMW 3 Series variant gives the best mileage?

The M340i 50 Jahre Edition variant of the BMW 3 Series offers the best mileage at 13.02 kmpl kmpl (ARAI).

How can I improve BMW 3 Series mileage?

Keep tyres inflated to the correct PSI, use Eco driving mode in city traffic, avoid unnecessary idling, service the air filter on schedule, and maintain smooth acceleration. These simple habits can improve real-world mileage by 5–10%.

How much does it cost to run the BMW 3 Series per km?

At a fuel price of ₹103/litre and the BMW 3 Series's best ARAI mileage of 13.02 kmpl, the running cost is approximately ₹7.91 per km. Use the running cost calculator above for a personalised estimate.