2021 BMW X1 xDrive28iFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

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2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i

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City
23
MPG
Highway
31
MPG
Combined
26
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

25.0MPG average-3.8% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 26 MPG · Owner reported avg: 25.0 MPG

Driving mix: City 50% / Highway 50%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 25.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 26 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
23
Hwy
31
Comb
26
Fuel cost: $3,150/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,150

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
342 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.4 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
Sedan

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

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,590/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,437/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,243/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,386/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,609/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,602/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,226/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,664/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,506/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,566/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 26 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems6 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 6 owner complaints for the 2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i. Top reported issues include air bags, electrical system and advanced safety (adas). The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Air Bags
2
Electrical System
2
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
2
Suspension
1
Brakes
1

2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i problems by category: Air Bags: 2 complaints, Electrical System: 2 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 2 complaints, Suspension: 1 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints.

2
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 05/18/2023ODI#11522577
While I was driving my BMW X1 1 to 3 weeks ago, frontal collision warning malfunction, pedestrian alert and request service flashed. It was a distraction and not safe. When My husband brought it to th…
Electrical SystemFiled: 05/15/2023ODI#11521985
The car was displaying these messages: Frontal Collision Warning System: Malfunction, Brake intervention not available. Visual and acoustic ️ warnings active. Consult service center. Daytime Pedestri…
Air BagsFiled: 12/22/2021Crash1 InjuryODI#11444704
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact mentioned the air bags …

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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