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2008 BMW 1 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 BMW 1 Series is a subcompact car offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG. Among 49 subcompact cars rated for 2008, it ranks 21st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #21 of 49 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 BMW 1 Series's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2811.98.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2008 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1MINI MiniE98 MPGe $918
  2. 2Toyota Yaris32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Honda Civic CNG28 MPGe $1,554
  4. 4Honda Civic29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Chevrolet Cobalt29 MPG $1,603
  6. 21BMW 1 Series22 MPG $2,693
  7. 49Aston Martin DB913 MPG $4,558
2008 1 SeriesOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,821/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

1 Series MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
128i		 Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
128i		 Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
128i Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
135i		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
135i		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
135i Convertible		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
135i Convertible		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
86 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
404 g/mi

2008 BMW 1 Series vs. rivals

vs Volvo C70 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 1 Series saves $128/yr vs Audi A5 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 1 Series saves $128/yr vs Infiniti G37 20 MPG · $2,962/yr 1 Series saves $269/yr vs Lexus IS 24 MPG · $2,469/yr IS saves $224/yr vs Porsche 911 19 MPG · $3,118/yr 1 Series saves $425/yr vs Audi S5 19 MPG · $3,118/yr 1 Series saves $425/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 BMW 1 Series?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 20 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 BMW 1 Series use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 BMW 1 Series?

The 2008 BMW 1 Series's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 BMW 1 Series per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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