2021 BMW 330eFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Compact CarsRear-Wheel Drive
2021 BMW 330e

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City
25
MPGe
Highway
33
MPGe
Combined
28
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
320 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
3 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
45.0
City 47.0 / Hwy 42.0 kWh
Electric Motor
80 kW DCPM

EPA-estimated range of 320 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 3 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 45.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
25
Hwy
33
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,900/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,900

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$2,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
160 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
5.4 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
45 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
47 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
42 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems3 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 3 owner complaints for the 2021 BMW 330e. Top reported issues include electrical system, engine and power train. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
2
Engine
2
Power Train
2
Brakes
1
Fuel System
1
Steering
1

2021 BMW 330e problems by category: Electrical System: 2 complaints, Engine: 2 complaints, Power Train: 2 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints, Fuel System: 1 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints.

0
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 02/24/2026ODI#11720299
1. The engine starter motor (specifically the pinion starter) has failed, and the auxiliary battery is also showing reduced capacity (only a portion of its 660 cold cranking amps). The vehicle is c…
SteeringFiled: 05/23/2024ODI#11590355
On 5/22/24 had a catastrophic failure of the Electric Motor Electronics and 12v Battery. I have requested that the BMW Serice Assistant provide me with all affected parts for inspection. Shutdown of t…
Power TrainFiled: 12/25/20211 InjuryODI#11444952
In Buford GA at the corner of Elm Tree Terrace and Buford Dam road, I was waiting for the light to turn on a decline. It is important to note that the car was driving in all-electric mode on a full ch…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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