MPGTerminal
33/100
2017Large CarsPremium

2017 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive

EPA ID: 37935
16
City MPG
18
Combined MPG
18MPG· Below Avg
24
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive achieves an EPA-estimated 18 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 16 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (s8), this large cars features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 Alpina B7 xDrive produces approximately 481 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Alpina B7 xDrive has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,850, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $8,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassLarge Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine4.4L 8-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions481 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score3/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,850
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $8,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
18.8
Impact vs EPA
$-128
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$930/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$28,000
50.2%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$14,583
26.1%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$12,800
22.9%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.7%
Total 5-Year Cost$55,783

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,850
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $8,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City16 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined18 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

96.2 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 119 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 8.0 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.