How much is a 2021 BMW 1 SeriesDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 BMW 1 SeriesDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €23,880, based on 24 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 BMW 1 Series depreciate per year?

A BMW 1 Series loses roughly 12.3% 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 2021 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 2021 BMW 1 SeriesDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 BMW 1 SeriesDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

BMW 1 Series2021

Diesel · 1.5L

€24,925ROI listing median

NI import est.€28,795

ROI cheaper by ~€3,870

25 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A10 (116–120 g/km) (20%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€22k – €28k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 9h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€24,925

private sale ~€23,489 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€15,330 – €18,615

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

98k km

typical 98k km

Days listed

25d

avg on market · demand 50/100

AI Market Summary

Strong performer in urban driving; good fuel economy and respectable torque make this diesel practical for Irish commutes and longer runs.
Fairly priced at median — flat year-on-year reflects steady demand; compare closely with petrol equivalents, as diesel running costs have narrowed.
DPF and fuel injector carbon build-up are common on this generation, especially if previous owner did short trips; check service history for forced regenerations and injector fault codes.
Before buying, request full service records and ask dealer/seller specifically about any DPF cleaning, injector work, or EGR issues — these are expensive repairs outside warranty.
Three recalls on file; confirm all have been completed with BMW before handover to avoid future liability or NCT failures.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

136 bhp

Torque

245 Nm

181 lb·ft

0–62 mph

8.7s

132 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

380L

1200L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

57.1 mpg

4.95 L/100km

Urban

47.75 mpg

Extra urban

66.5 mpg

CO₂

119 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

42L

Dimensions

Length

4.32m

4319 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,353 kg

1,905 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 83% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 20E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

BMW 1 Series 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 BMW 1 Series diesel offers reasonable reliability for a premium compact, but diesel engines in this class carry elevated servicing costs and complexity. Common issues centre on DPF regeneration, fuel injection precision, and electrical gremlins typical of modern BMWs. Ownership is manageable if serviced properly, but not the cheapest proposition in the segment.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and forced regeneration, particularly on low-mileage or short-journey driving patterns
Fuel injector carbon build-up and occasional injector fault codes (P0087, P0088) on the 1.5L three-cylinder diesel
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve deposits causing rough idle and increased emissions
Electrical gremlins: infotainment system freezing, USB port failures, and sporadic Bluetooth disconnections
Timing chain noise on cold starts (not a failure, but audible stretching reported in early 2021 units)
Transmission shudder/judder on low-speed manoeuvres with the 7-speed DCT, especially in heavy traffic

Good for

Excellent fuel economy (45–50 mpg real-world if DPF stays clear) and low CO₂ emissions for company car tax
Precise steering, agile handling, and engaging drive dynamics typical of BMW's compact platform
Premium interior materials, intuitive iDrive 7 interface, and strong warranty support (3 years/unlimited mileage from 2021)
Good resale value retention compared to mainstream rivals, especially in urban/commuter segments

Years to avoid: 2021

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