2004 BMW X3 — 3.0L 6-cyl, 6-spd manual, AWD
This 2004 BMW X3 (3.0L 6-cyl, 6-spd manual, AWD) takes premium gasoline. PREMIUM
18
MPG combined (15 city / 23 hwy)
$4,300
est. fuel cost / year (EPA, 15k mi)
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tailpipe CO₂
The EPA lists this trim as premium because that's the fuel the manufacturer specified for its mileage test. Many such engines will run on regular with slightly lower power and MPG — but check your owner's manual to see whether premium is required or just recommended.
Other 2004 BMW X3 trims
| Trim | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl, 6-spd manual, AWD | PREMIUM | 18 | $4,300 |
| 2.5L 6-cyl, S5 automatic, AWD | PREMIUM | 17 | $4,550 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, S5 automatic, AWD | PREMIUM | 17 | $4,550 |
EPA fuel type: Premium · class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · retrieved 2026-06-14.