BMW 1 Series insurance group
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Fuel cost at today's prices (updated weekly)
Typical BMW 1 Series running cost for a private driver at 8,000 miles/year. Based on 52 mpg official combined, adjusted ~12% for real-world driving, at today's average pump price of 159.89p/litre petrol (updated 3 Aug 2026).
Pump prices: DESNZ weekly road fuel prices; electricity: DESNZ Quarterly Energy Prices — both Open Government Licence v3.0, updated weekly/quarterly. An estimate for comparison, not a guaranteed cost; your economy, mileage and tariff will vary.
Official MPG, CO₂ & insurance by trim
Trim-level specifications for the BMW 1-Series (Petrol, Diesel), across 800 recorded variants.
- 93–321 bhp
- Power
- 4.6s
- 0–60 mph (fastest)
- 155 mph
- Top speed
- 1,496–2,996 cc
- Engine
- 30–83 mpg
- Fuel economy
- 89–226 g/km
- CO₂
- £190
- Road tax (VED)
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- Insurance group
- 4,324 mm
- Length
- 1,984 mm
- Width
- 1,421 mm
- Height
- 2,690 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1,320 kg
- Weight
- 5
- Seats
- 5
- Doors
- 5★
- Adult
- 3★
- Child
- 1★
- Pedestrian
The BMW 1-Series Hatchback (04-11) was tested by Euro NCAP in and received the following safety ratings:
| Trim | Fuel | Power | MPG | CO₂ | Ins. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 xDrive M Sport 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 201 bhp | 44.8 - 47.9 mpg | 135 | 26 |
| 120 Sport 5dr Step Auto [Tech+ Pack]Automatic | Petrol | 153 bhp | 47 - 53.2 mpg | 121 | 21 |
| 118d M Sport 5dr [Live Cockpit Pro/Tech pk]Manual | Diesel | 147 bhp | 54.3 - 58.9 mpg | 125 | 23 |
| 118i [136] SE 5dr Step Auto [Live Cockpit Pro]Automatic | Petrol | 134 bhp | 47.9 - 49.6 mpg | 129 | 19 |
| 116d M Sport 5dr Step Auto [Live Cockpit Pro]Automatic | Diesel | 114 bhp | 53.3 - 58.9 mpg | 125 | 17 |
| 128ti 5dr Step AutoAutomatic | Petrol | 261 bhp | 38.2 - 40.9 mpg | 157 | — |
| 120d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto [Tech/Pro Pack]Automatic | Diesel | 187 bhp | 48.7 - 52.3 mpg | 142 | 28 |
| 120d Sport Automatic 5dAutomatic | Diesel | 187 bhp | 54.3 - 57.6 mpg | 129 | 27 |
| 118i [136] Sport 5drManual | Petrol | 134 bhp | 46.3 - 49.6 mpg | 130 | 19 |
| M135i xDrive Sport Automatic 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 301 bhp | 35.8 - 38.2 mpg | 168 | 36 |
| M135i xDrive M Sport (Plus Pack) Sport Automatic 5dAutomatic | Petrol | 301 bhp | 35.3 - 36.2 mpg | 177 | 36 |
| 118d SE 5dManual | Diesel | 147 bhp | 57.6 - 60.1 mpg | 123 | 23 |
Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.
Annual VED (road tax) bands
| CO₂ band | Annual VED | Share of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | £200 | 90% |
| C | £35 | 10% |
Indicative standard-rate VED. Cars over £40k list price pay an additional supplement for years 2–6.
Fuel mix in stock
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to run a BMW 1 Series?
- Running a BMW 1 Series involves costs for fuel or energy, insurance premiums, annual road tax, and regular servicing. Depreciation, the loss of value over time, is another cost to consider. You can purchase a used BMW 1 Series from £7,295, or from £166 per month on finance, subject to status.
- Is a used BMW 1 Series expensive to maintain?
- Maintenance costs for a used BMW 1 Series can vary. Generally, older cars and those with higher mileage may incur more significant maintenance expenses than newer, lower-mileage examples. Regular servicing is key to managing these costs.
- How many used BMW 1 Series cars are currently for sale?
- Currently, there are 13 used BMW 1 Series models available for sale. These range in manufacturing year from 2014 to 2023.