2015 BMW i8 vs 2015 BMW M3
| EPA figure | 2015 BMW i8 | 2015 BMW M3 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Body · drive | Subcompact · All-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid | Compact · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| EPA range | 15 mi | — |
| Combined MPGe | 76 | — |
| Combined MPG | 28 | 20 |
| City / highway MPG | 28 / 29 | 17 / 26 |
| Fuel a year | $2,950 | $4,100 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 198 | 440 |
| Engine | 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd | Manual 6-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.