Does the 1993 BMW 850ci need premium gas?
Every trim takes regular — no premium needed.
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 12-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, RWD | REGULAR | 13 | $4,800 |
| 5.0L 12-cyl, 6-spd manual, RWD | REGULAR | 13 | $4,800 |
The EPA records the fuel each version was tested on. Whether premium is strictly required or just recommended is an owner's-manual detail the EPA dataset doesn't include — so we don't guess it.
2 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov · retrieved 2026-06-14.