# BMW cars

Every BMW car sold in the US, with the official EPA figures.

- **Models:** 12
- **Hybrid options:** 6
- **Electric options:** 3

## Quick answer

BMW sells 12 cars in the US for 2026: X2, Z4, 2 Series, 4 Series, 8 Series, M, 3 Series, i4, i5, 5 Series, 7 Series and i7. The most fuel-efficient is the 2 Series at up to 31 mpg combined. The longest-range EV is the i7 at up to 373 miles.

## Every BMW car compared

| Model | Size class | Powertrains | Drive | Fuel economy | EV range | Fuel cost / year | Years |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [X2](/vehicles/bmw-x2) | -- | Gas | AWD | 26-28 mpg | -- | $2,950-$3,150 | 2018-present |
| [Z4](/vehicles/bmw-z4) | Two-seater | Gas | RWD | 22-28 mpg | -- | $2,950-$3,750 | 2015-present |
| [2 Series](/vehicles/bmw-2-series) | Subcompact car | Gas, Hybrid | AWD, FWD, RWD | 26-31 mpg | -- | $2,650-$3,150 | 2015-present |
| [4 Series](/vehicles/bmw-4-series) | Subcompact car | Hybrid | AWD, RWD | 27-31 mpg | -- | $2,650-$3,050 | 2015-present |
| [8 Series](/vehicles/bmw-8-series) | Subcompact car | Gas | AWD, RWD | 19-24 mpg | -- | $3,400-$4,350 | 2019-present |
| [M](/vehicles/bmw-m) | Subcompact car | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | AWD, RWD | 13-19 mpg | -- | $4,350-$6,300 | 2015-present |
| [3 Series](/vehicles/bmw-3-series) | Compact car | Hybrid | AWD, RWD | 29-31 mpg | -- | $2,650-$2,850 | 2015-present |
| [i4](/vehicles/bmw-i4) | Compact car | Electric | AWD, RWD | 81-118 MPGe | 333 mi | $650-$950 | 2022-present |
| [i5](/vehicles/bmw-i5) | Compact car | Electric | AWD, RWD | 91-116 MPGe | 328 mi | $650-$850 | 2024-present |
| [5 Series](/vehicles/bmw-5-series) | Midsize car | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | AWD, RWD | 25-31 mpg | -- | $2,650-$3,300 | 2015-present |
| [7 Series](/vehicles/bmw-7-series) | Large car | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | AWD, RWD | 20-28 mpg | -- | $2,950-$4,100 | 2015-present |
| [i7](/vehicles/bmw-i7) | Large car | Electric | AWD, RWD | 75-95 MPGe | 373 mi | $800-$1,000 | 2023-present |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Models, size classes, powertrains, drivetrains, mpg and range from the EPA/DOE fueleconomy.gov dataset (model years 2021-2027). Heavy-duty pickups are exempt from EPA labels and are listed by hand.

## BMW cars, model by model

**[X2](/vehicles/bmw-x2).** The 2027 X2 is a vehicle offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, in AWD. Its most efficient version is rated 24 mpg city and 34 highway (28 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,950-$3,150. It has been in the EPA data since 2018.

**[Z4](/vehicles/bmw-z4).** The 2026 Z4 is a two-seater offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo or 3.0L V6 turbo, in RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 25 mpg city and 33 highway (28 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,950-$3,750. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[2 Series](/vehicles/bmw-2-series).** The 2027 2 Series is a subcompact car offered with 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid or 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, in AWD, FWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 27 mpg city and 39 highway (31 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,650-$3,150. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[4 Series](/vehicles/bmw-4-series).** The 2027 4 Series is a subcompact car offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid or 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 28 mpg city and 36 highway (31 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,650-$3,050. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[8 Series](/vehicles/bmw-8-series).** The 2026 8 Series is a subcompact car offered with 3.0L V6 turbo or 4.4L V8 turbo, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 21 mpg city and 29 highway (24 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $3,400-$4,350. It has been in the EPA data since 2019.

**[M](/vehicles/bmw-m).** The 2027 M is a subcompact car offered with 3.0L V6 turbo or 4.4L V8 turbo plug-in hybrid, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 16 mpg city and 23 highway (19 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $4,350-$6,300. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[3 Series](/vehicles/bmw-3-series).** The 2026 3 Series is a compact car offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid or 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 28 mpg city and 35 highway (31 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,650-$2,850. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[i4](/vehicles/bmw-i4).** The 2026 i4 is an electric compact car with AWD or RWD. It reaches up to 333 miles of EPA range and takes about 9.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $650-$950. It has been in the EPA data since 2022.

**[i5](/vehicles/bmw-i5).** The 2027 i5 is an electric compact car with AWD or RWD. It reaches up to 328 miles of EPA range and takes about 8.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $650-$850. It has been in the EPA data since 2024.

**[5 Series](/vehicles/bmw-5-series).** The 2027 5 Series is a midsize car offered with 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid, 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid or 3.0L V6 turbo plug-in hybrid, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 29 mpg city and 35 highway (31 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,650-$3,300. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[7 Series](/vehicles/bmw-7-series).** The 2027 7 Series is a large car offered with 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid, in AWD or RWD. Its most efficient version is rated 24 mpg city and 30 highway (26 combined). EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $2,950-$4,100. It has been in the EPA data since 2015.

**[i7](/vehicles/bmw-i7).** The 2027 i7 is an electric large car with AWD or RWD. It reaches up to 373 miles of EPA range and takes about 11.0 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger. EPA puts its annual fuel cost at $800-$1,000. It has been in the EPA data since 2023.

## Which BMW car is cheapest to run?

1. **i4:** $650-$950 a year in fuel (81-118 MPGe)
2. **i5:** $650-$850 a year in fuel (91-116 MPGe)
3. **i7:** $800-$1,000 a year in fuel (75-95 MPGe)
4. **2 Series:** $2,650-$3,150 a year in fuel (26-31 mpg)
5. **4 Series:** $2,650-$3,050 a year in fuel (27-31 mpg)
6. **3 Series:** $2,650-$2,850 a year in fuel (29-31 mpg)
7. **5 Series:** $2,650-$3,300 a year in fuel (25-31 mpg)
8. **X2:** $2,950-$3,150 a year in fuel (26-28 mpg)
9. **Z4:** $2,950-$3,750 a year in fuel (22-28 mpg)
10. **7 Series:** $2,950-$4,100 a year in fuel (20-28 mpg)
11. **8 Series:** $3,400-$4,350 a year in fuel (19-24 mpg)
12. **M:** $4,350-$6,300 a year in fuel (13-19 mpg)

EPA annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway, at national average fuel and electricity prices.

## BMW cars from smallest to largest

1. **Two-seater:** Z4
2. **Subcompact car:** 2 Series, 4 Series, 8 Series, M
3. **Compact car:** 3 Series, i4, i5
4. **Midsize car:** 5 Series
5. **Large car:** 7 Series, i7

## Recently discontinued BMW cars

| Model | Size class | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Years |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [i3](/vehicles/bmw-i3) | Subcompact car | Electric, Plug-in hybrid | 31 mpg - 113 MPGe | 2015-2021 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many cars does BMW make?

BMW sells 12 cars in the US for the 2026 model year: X2, Z4, 2 Series, 4 Series, 8 Series, M, 3 Series, i4, i5, 5 Series, 7 Series and i7. Recently discontinued: i3 (last 2021).

### What is the most fuel-efficient BMW car?

The BMW 2 Series has the highest EPA rating in the 2026 lineup, up to 31 mpg combined as a hybrid. Ratings depend on engine and drivetrain.

### Does BMW make a hybrid car?

Yes: the 2 Series, the 4 Series, the M (plug-in hybrid), the 3 Series, the 5 Series (hybrid and plug-in hybrid) and the 7 Series (hybrid and plug-in hybrid).

### Does BMW make an electric car?

Yes: the i4 (up to 333 miles of range), the i5 (up to 328 miles of range) and the i7 (up to 373 miles of range).

### Which BMW car has the longest range?

The BMW i7, with an EPA-estimated range of up to 373 miles on a full charge.

### Which BMW car is cheapest to run?

The BMW i4, with an EPA annual fuel cost from $650, based on 15,000 miles a year at national average prices. Charging at home on a cheap overnight rate can cut that further.

### Which BMW cars have all-wheel drive?

11 of 12 current BMW cars offer all- or four-wheel drive: X2, 2 Series, 4 Series, 8 Series, M, 3 Series, i4, i5, 5 Series, 7 Series and i7. AWD usually costs 1-3 mpg against the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine.

### What is the smallest BMW car?

By EPA size class, the smallest current BMW cars are the X2 (), and the largest are the 7 Series and i7. EPA classes go by interior volume or weight rating, not exact length.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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