Is the BMW 1 Series fuel efficient?
Our guide gives the details on BMW 1 Series MPG so you can get an idea of fuel costs
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BMW 1 Series MPG (miles per gallon) is going to be important if you want to stay frugal on fuel.
It’s possible to score a bargain on impressive used BMW 1 Series models, but that will start to feel slightly less impressive if fuel costs aren’t what you expected.
Luckily, the 1 Series is known to be a frugal little motor – ideal for daily driving and eating up the miles.
Our guide answers: ‘Is the BMW 1 Series fuel efficient?’ and gives the lowdown on the most fuel-efficient models.
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BMW 1 Series MPG
MPG or ‘miles per gallon’ is one of the best ways to tell if your car is good on fuel.
Each BMW 1 Series model brings a slightly different MPG, depending on the engine, fuel type, trim level and gearbox.
As with many models, a 1 Series with the highest MPG tend to be diesels. The 116d and 118d are particularly frugal.
BMW 1 Series fuel economy 2011 (combined)
Three-door models:
116i – up to 46.3mpg
116i M Sport – up to 46.3mpg
118i – up to 46.3mpg
116d – up to 62.8mpg
118d – up to 62.8 mpg
120d – up to 60.1mpg
BMW 1 Series fuel economy 2021 (combined)
118i – up to 45.6mpg
M35i xDrive – up to 36.2mpg
116d – up to 62.8mpg
118d – up to 57.6mpg
120d – up to 57.6mpg
120d xDrive Sport – up to 53.3mpg
120d xDrive M Sport – 52.3mpg
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BMW 1 Series fuel economy
Pick a BMW 1 Series model with impressive MPG , and you’re pretty much set. But there are a few simple things you can do to maximise that magic MPG number.
Shed some extra weight (from the car, of course) to make your load lighter and use less fuel
Drive efficiently by braking smoothly, sticking to the speed limit, and avoiding putting your foot down
Use fewer gadgets – air conditioning, heated seats and other car tech can eat through fuel quicker
Keep your tyres pumped to the proper level to dodge rolling resistance
Plan your route to keep things efficient – your 1 Series will use less fuel on motorways versus city streets with plenty of traffic
BMW 1 Series eco features
It’s not just driving and MPG ratings that make for an efficient 1 Series – other tech can help you out as well.
The BMW Live Cockpit Pro is a helpful extra that shows key info like speed, mileage, posted speed limits, and fuel gauge.
Built-in navigation maps can also help when planning the most economical journey, and cruise control is great for setting an efficient pace.
BMW also introduced the option of mild-hybrid tech in 1 Series from 2024 to use even less fuel.