2021 BMW 330e xDriveFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

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2021 BMW 330e xDrive

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City
22
MPGe
Highway
30
MPGe
Combined
25
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
290 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
3 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
51.0
City 54.0 / Hwy 47.0 kWh
Electric Motor
80 kW DCPM

EPA-estimated range of 290 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 3 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 51.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
22
Hwy
30
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,250

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 7/10
GHG Score: 9/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
192 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
6.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
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)
51 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
54 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
47 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 xDrive. Top reported issues include engine, power train and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

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

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