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2021 Bmw 230i

The 2021 Bmw 230i is a compact car, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2021 Bmw 230i
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Combined MPG
28
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$39,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeBmw
Model230i
Model year2021
Vehicle classCompact Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG25
Highway MPG32
Combined MPG28
CO₂ tailpipe321 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2750

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
230i Convertible27 MPG combined
230i Coupe28 MPG combined
230i Coupe25 MPG combined
230i xDrive Convertible24 MPG combined
230i xDrive Coupe24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City25 MPG
Highway32 MPG
Combined28 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

230i28 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 11% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$687/mo
Amount financed
$35,100
Total interest
$6,106
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5-year fuel cost
$7,179

$1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG28
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • SEAT BELTS21V554000 · 2021-07-21

    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, M3 Competition, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper, CooperS, JCW), X2 sDrive28i, X2 xDrive28i, X2 M35i, Z4 sDrive30i, Z4 M40i, MINI Hardtop 2 Door (Cooper SE), MINI Convertible (Cooper, Cooper S, JCW), MINI Clubman (Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW), MINI Countryman (Cooper, Cooper All4, Cooper S, Cooper S All4, JCW All4), Rolls Royce Ghost, MINI Countryman (Cooper S E All4), Rolls Royce Phantom, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Toyota Supra vehicles. The passenger seat belt Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, before the webbing fully retracts. As such, these assemblies fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    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 1-800-525-7417; 1-866-825-1525 (MINI); 1-877-877-3735 (Rolls Royce); and 1-888-270-9371 (Toyota).

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS21V342000 · 2021-05-12

    BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 BMW 230i and M240i vehicles. Supports within the roof liner may be insecurely attached.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the roof liner as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters will not be sent. The one owner was notified on June 15, 2021 by telephone and the vehicle has been repaired. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Bmw 230i?

The 2021 Bmw 230i is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 32 highway).

Is the 2021 Bmw 230i reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Bmw 230i. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Bmw 230i?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Bmw 230i costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Bmw 230i?

The 2021 Bmw 230i is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC