1997 BMW 3 Series
The 1997 BMW 3 Series is listed in 15 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.9 L 4-cyl and 2.8 L 6-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG (best: 9.8 L/100 km).
Model year1997
Versions15
ClassCompact Cars, Minicompact Cars, Subcompact Cars
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 318i Convertible | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 19 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Minicompact Cars |
| 318i Convertible | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Minicompact Cars |
| 318i Convertible | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 28 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Minicompact Cars |
| 318i/318is | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 19 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Subcompact Cars |
| 318i/318is | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 19 / 28 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Subcompact Cars |
| 318i/318is | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Subcompact Cars |
| 318i/318is | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Subcompact Cars |
| 318ti | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Compact Cars |
| 318ti | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 28 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Compact Cars |
| 318ti | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 23 | 10.2 | 386 | Compact Cars |
| 318ti | 1.9 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 20 / 29 / 24 | 9.8 | 370 | Compact Cars |
| 328i/328is | 2.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328i/328is | 2.8 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Subcompact Cars |
| 328ic | 2.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 17 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Minicompact Cars |
| 328ic | 2.8 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | 18 / 26 / 21 | 11.2 | 423 | Minicompact Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1997 BMW 3 Series.