How many MPG does a 2012 BMW 550i get?

The 2012 BMW 550i gets 17–18 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 15 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (3 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.

What is the annual fuel cost for a 2012 BMW 550i?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at 18 MPG combined, the 2012 BMW 550i uses about 833 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,916 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.

What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2012 BMW 550i?

The 2012 BMW 550i returns 15 MPG city and 22 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 17–18 MPG combined figure blends the two.

Is 18 MPG good for a midsize cars?

For a midsize cars, 18 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.

2012 BMW 550i MPG

Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2012 BMW 550i.

EPA combined fuel economy

17–18MPG

combined (55% city / 45% hwy)

City

MPG

Highway

MPG

Engine

4.4L

Cylinders

Drive

RearWD

Class

Midsize Cars

Running cost

Estimated annual fuel cost

Per year

$2,916

15,000 mi/yr

Fuel used

833 gal

per year

At gas price

$3.50

per gallon

Based on 18 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.

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FAQ

2012 BMW 550i

How many MPG does a 2012 BMW 550i get?: The 2012 BMW 550i gets 17–18 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 15 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (3 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
What is the annual fuel cost for a 2012 BMW 550i?: Driving 15,000 miles a year at 18 MPG combined, the 2012 BMW 550i uses about 833 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,916 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2012 BMW 550i?: The 2012 BMW 550i returns 15 MPG city and 22 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 17–18 MPG combined figure blends the two.
Is 18 MPG good for a midsize cars?: For a midsize cars, 18 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.

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