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 €23,890, based on 25 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

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

A BMW 1 Series loses roughly 12.2% 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 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

29 days avg on market · Low data confidence

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Expected price

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

95k km

typical 97k km

Days listed

29d

avg on market · demand 46/100

Price drops

20%

4 of 20 ads, avg €1,450 reduction

AI Market Summary

Diesel 1 Series holds value well in Irish market — strong demand and +14% year-on-year price growth. Compact, practical, and reasonable to insure.
DPF clogging is the main risk on this engine, especially if previous owner did short urban trips. Budget €600–€1,200 for forced regeneration or cleaning if warning lights appear.
Fuel injector carbon build-up causes rough starting or fault codes (P0087/P0088) — ask seller for service history and recent injector cleaning records before buying.
Request full service records and specifically check for DPF regeneration cycles or any EGR valve work. A well-maintained example will have documented motorway miles and regular oil changes.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

114 bhp

Torque

270 Nm

199 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.1s

124 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

380L

1200L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

68.9 mpg

4.1 L/100km

Urban

59.5 mpg

Extra urban

77.4 mpg

CO₂

109 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

42L

Dimensions

Length

4.32m

4319 mm

Width

1.80m

Height

1.43m

Wheelbase

2.67m

Kerb weight

1,385 kg

1,940 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 83% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 16E

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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