BMW X3 2026 running costs in Germany
Official UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) figure for the 2026 BMW X3: 6.9 L/100km, 163 g/km CO₂. At Germany prices (€2.24/L petrol), driving 15,000 km a year costs about €2,314 — €0.15 per kilometre, priced on petrol (a plug-in hybrid also uses electricity, which is cheaper per km on home charging).
Official figures — 2026 BMW X3
| Fuel type | Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 6.9 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 163 g/km |
| Engine size | 1,998 cc |
| Power | 153 kW |
| Configurations in source data | 1 |
| Data source | UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP) — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in Germany
| Hybrid (6.9 L/100km) | €2,314/year |
|---|---|
| HU/AU (TÜV) | €160/year |
| Typical annual road tax | €180/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | €2,654/year ≈ €221/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Germany prices shown above (EU Oil Bulletin (DG ENER) week 31 Aug 2026: E95 €2.236/L). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other hybrid cars in Germany
The average hybrid car in our Germany dataset uses 5.9 L/100km. The 2026 BMW X3 uses 6.9 L/100km — about 16.9% more than that average, or roughly €335 extra a year at 15,000 km.
2026 BMW X3 — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 6.9 L/100km | 163 g/km | 1998 cc | 153 kW | X3 20 xDrive xLine · 11 versions (median WLTP) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK Vehicle Certification Agency (WLTP), grouped across 1 configuration. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.