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2013 BMW 1 Series MPG & fuel economy

The 2013 BMW 1 Series is a subcompact car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2012 model. Among 37 subcompact cars rated for 2013, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2013 #25 of 37 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2013 BMW 1 Series's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2811.98.4
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2013 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Scion iQ EV121 MPGe $756
  2. 2Fiat 500e116 MPGe $783
  3. 3Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  4. 4CODA Automotive Coda73 MPGe $1,242
  5. 5Scion iQ37 MPG $1,257
  6. 25BMW 1 Series23 MPG $2,576
  7. 37Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible14 MPG $4,232
2013 1 SeriesOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,279/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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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
135i		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed manual
135i Convertible		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
128i		 Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
128i		 Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
128ci Convertible		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 7-speed dual-clutch
135i		 Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
86 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
387 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2013 BMW 1 Series vs. rivals

vs Infiniti G37 22 MPG · $2,693/yr 1 Series saves $117/yr vs Lexus IS 24 MPG · $2,469/yr IS saves $107/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Audi S5 21 MPG · $2,821/yr 1 Series saves $245/yr vs Audi A5 26 MPG · $2,279/yr A5 saves $297/yr vs Volvo C70 22 MPG · $2,114/yr C70 saves $462/yr vs Lexus IS F 18 MPG · $3,292/yr 1 Series saves $716/yr vs Audi RS 5 18 MPG · $3,292/yr 1 Series saves $716/yr vs Porsche 911 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs Maserati GranTurismo 16 MPG · $3,703/yr 1 Series saves $1,127/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2013 BMW 1 Series?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 20 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2013 BMW 1 Series use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2013 BMW 1 Series?

The 2013 BMW 1 Series's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2013 BMW 1 Series per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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