How much is a 2019 BMW 1 SeriesPetrol worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2019 BMW 1 SeriesPetrol on the Irish used-car market is around €19,950, based on 30 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2019 BMW 1 Series depreciate per year?

A BMW 1 Series loses roughly 11.2% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2019 BMW 1 Series from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2019 BMW 1 SeriesPetrol?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2019 BMW 1 SeriesPetrol using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

BMW 1 Series2019

Petrol

€21,220ROI listing median

NI import est.€23,245

ROI cheaper by ~€2,025

24 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on C (est. ~140 g/km) (26%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€18k – €25k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 11h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€21,220

private sale ~€20,201 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€12,565 – €15,258

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

66k km

typical 50k km

Days listed

24d

avg on market · demand 60/100

AI Market Summary

Timing chain rattle on 1.5L turbo engines is serious—listen on cold start; failure costs €4,500+. Get pre-purchase inspection by BMW specialist.
Turbocharger carbon build-up and boost loss common at 40k–80k km; rough idle and power drop are warning signs. Check service history.
Strong price recovery (+11% year-on-year) and median mileage well below typical Irish usage suggests solid market demand, but don't overpay for age alone.
CAS module electrical failures reported causing warning lights and mid-drive shutdown; request full diagnostic before purchase to rule out dormant faults.
NI import note not applicable—this listing is RoI-only. If sourcing from NI: VRT applies on top of any savings.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

177 bhp

Torque

250 Nm

184 lb·ft

0–62 mph

7.4s

140 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

380L

1200L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

56.5 mpg

5 L/100km

Urban

36.2 mpg

Extra urban

57.9 mpg

Fuel tank

50L

Dimensions

Length

4.32m

4319 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,320 kg

1,870 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 83% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 22E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

BMW 1 Series 2019

Reliability

3/5

The 2019 BMW 1 Series petrol is moderately reliable but suffers from costly electrical gremlins and turbo issues typical of modern BMWs. Ownership experience is hampered by high servicing costs and parts availability issues at independent garages. Good value proposition if purchased with full service history and extended warranty, but expect premium repair bills.

Known issues

Timing chain rattle on cold start, particularly in 1.5L 3-cylinder turbocharged engines; can lead to chain guide failure requiring full engine rebuild (€4,500+)
Turbocharger boost pressure loss and carbon build-up in direct injection system causing rough idle and reduced power at 40,000–80,000 miles
Electrical gremlins including CAS (Car Access System) module failures causing multiple warning lights and engine shutdown mid-drive
DSG 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox judder and hesitation on low-speed manoeuvres (118i and 120i models); software updates sometimes help but often recurring
Water pump bearing failure around 80,000 km; premature bearing wear leads to coolant leaks and potential overheating
High-pressure fuel pump failure in petrol direct injection engines; symptom is hard cold start or stalling under acceleration

Good for

Responsive turbocharged petrol engines with adequate performance for urban and motorway driving
Tight, engaging chassis and excellent handling dynamics compared to rivals like Audi A3 and Mercedes A-Class
Modern infotainment and safety kit (adaptive cruise, lane-keeping assist) standard on higher trim levels
Strong residual values if maintained well; popular in the used market means parts and specialists are accessible

Years to avoid: 2019, 2020

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