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mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 11:08 am
by Cloggy Saint
What would the mpg of a 320i have been when brand new, and what are the main componants to wear that cause the decrease over time? Just curious really...

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 11:16 am
by zaust
They were never good. mid to high 20's is normal as the fuel is not as explosive as it used to be.

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 11:24 am
by bmw1066
Well looking in the book for my 87 320 it thinks 33mpg at 90 mph!!!!!!! :mad: Funny old BMW LOL :D

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 11:56 am
by FreddieS
Wouldnt suprise me, i get alot better fuel consumption @ 90 than i do at 80, and better at 80 than i do at 70 :|

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 12:02 pm
by Cloggy Saint
Mine's cr@p right across the range!

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 12:03 pm
by Simon13
injectors,fuel filter,dizzy,rotor,plugs,coil,air filter all need to be in good working order really

Re: mpg when new?

Posted: Tue Dec 30, 2008 12:15 pm
by e30bmlover
you just reminded me simon to get a new fuel filter!! they have one in stock! its been put to one side for me.