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BMW 1 Series MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
6 model years · 2008–2013
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
BMW 1 Series fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the BMW 1 Series for 6 model years, 2008 to 2013. Across those years its combined rating runs 20–23 MPG. The latest model year, 2013, has 8 configurations rated 20–23 MPG combined and costing $3,510–$3,940 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2008 is the 2013 135i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD, at 23 MPG.
BMW 1 Series MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-2013 (2nd gen) Generation page | ||
| 2013 | 20–23 | $3,510–$3,940 |
| 2012 | 20–23 | $3,510–$3,940 |
| 2008-2011 (E87) Generation page | ||
| 2011 | 20–23 | $3,510–$3,940 |
| 2010 | 20–22 | $3,650–$4,020 |
| 2009 | 20–22 | $3,650–$4,020 |
| 2008 | 20–22 | $3,650–$4,020 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
BMW 1 Series generations
2 generations between 2008 and 2013. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2013 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the BMW 1 Series's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the BMW 1 Series run 20–23 MPG across model years 2008 to 2013. The latest year, 2013, is rated 20–23 MPG.
Which BMW 1 Series model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2013 BMW 1 Series 135i 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2008, at 23 MPG.
How much does a BMW 1 Series cost to fuel per year?
For MY2013, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,510–$3,940 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,510.
Has the BMW 1 Series's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 22 MPG in 2008 to 23 MPG in 2013, 1 MPG more.