Does the 2020 BMW X7 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$327extra a year
- Premium listed for the xDrive40i AWD.
- All 3 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 47% of 129 SUVs (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive40i AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| xDrive50i AWD | 4.4L 8cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| M50i AWD | 4.4L 8cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 BMW X7 | xDrive40i AWD | Premium |
| 2020 BMW X4 M | AWD | Premium |
| 2020 Maserati Levante | AWD | Premium |
| 2020 Cadillac Escalade | 2WD | Premium |
| 2020 Lincoln Navigator | Standard 4x2 | Premium |
| 2020 BMW X3 M | AWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree