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2021 BMW X1

US · Large Cars

The 2021 BMW X1 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD, AWD
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears8
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: FWD, AWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
City23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.

  • 21V554000: SEAT BELTS

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i xDrive), M2 Competition Coupe, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, M3,…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…

    Reported July 21, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 4, 2026

Data verified: November 4, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 2020 BMW X1

    Gasoline

    2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
    27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

  • 2022 BMW X1

    Gasoline

    2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
    27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2021 BMW X1 have?

2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 BMW X1?

Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2021 BMW X1 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 BMW X1?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.