J.K. Motors · model year 1993
1993 J.K. Motors BMW535I
Midsize · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Midsize Cars
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The CarCody take
The 1993 J.K. Motors BMW535I is a midsize gasoline car with rear-wheel drive, a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine, and a four-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 14 MPG combined, with 12 MPG city and 18 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $4,800, and tailpipe emissions are 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- Midsize car body
- Rear-wheel drive
- 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine
- Automatic four-speed transmission
- 18 MPG highway rating
Watch for
- 14 MPG combined
- 12 MPG city rating
- $4,800 EPA annual fuel cost
- 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a midsize rear-wheel-drive gasoline car Buyers comfortable with a high annual fuel bill
The 1993 J.K. Motors BMW535I is a midsize, rear-wheel-drive car for buyers comfortable budgeting heavily for fuel. Its 3.4-liter six-cylinder and automatic transmission define the setup, while 14 MPG combined sets expectations for everyday use. City driving is the harder case at 12 MPG; highway travel reaches 18 MPG. The EPA yearly fuel figure is $4,800, and tailpipe output is 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile. Pick it for its layout and engine type, not for low running costs.
What it is
The 1993 J.K. Motors BMW535I is a midsize car running on gasoline. It sends power to the rear wheels through an automatic four-speed transmission.
Under the hood is a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine.
The numbers
The defining EPA figure is 14 MPG combined. The rating is 12 MPG in city driving and 18 MPG on the highway.
Those figures describe a car that uses more fuel in stop-and-go streets than on steady highway trips. Its tailpipe CO2 figure is 634.79 grams per mile.
What it costs to run
EPA puts annual fuel cost at $4,800. That is the yearly gasoline-cost figure tied to this car's official fuel-economy rating.
Your actual bill will depend on how much you drive and how much of that driving is in town or on the highway.
How it compares
Use 14 MPG combined as the simple yardstick when weighing this BMW535I against other cars. Its city figure is 12 MPG, while its highway figure is 18 MPG.
Who it suits
This car suits a buyer who wants a midsize body, rear-wheel drive, a six-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission.
It makes more sense for someone who accepts a high fuel budget, especially with regular city driving.
Trade-offs
The six-cylinder engine and rear-wheel-drive layout come with 14 MPG combined. City use is rated at 12 MPG, so frequent urban trips carry the larger fuel penalty.
Highway economy reaches 18 MPG, but the EPA annual fuel-cost figure remains $4,800. The car also produces 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile at the tailpipe.
Verdict
Choose the 1993 BMW535I if its midsize shape, rear-drive setup, and six-cylinder powertrain matter more to you than fuel spending. The four-speed automatic keeps the drivetrain straightforward, but 14 MPG combined is a clear commitment to gasoline use. Drivers who spend many miles in town should pay close attention to the 12 MPG city rating. Highway commuters get the car's stronger 18 MPG figure, yet the stated yearly fuel cost is still $4,800.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 14 MPG
- City MPG
- 12 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 18 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,800
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 635 g per mile
- Model year
- 1993
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 3.4 L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What fuel does the 1993 BMW535I use?
It uses gasoline.
What is its combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 14 MPG.
What are its city and highway ratings?
It is rated at 12 MPG city and 18 MPG highway.
How much fuel does the EPA estimate it costs per year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $4,800.
What drivetrain does this car have?
It has rear-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
The car has a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine and an automatic four-speed transmission.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
Its tailpipe figure is 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile.