What MPG is everyone getting?

topvega · 05-18-2008, 12:06 AM

almost 1200 miles on my baby and been getting 22 mpg lately.. was in the 19 range for most of break in...

stovesax08 · 05-18-2008, 12:15 AM

well, not a 1, but on a 335xi it's around 27 for the daily commute, mostly highway. The 335xi has 25k miles on it, hoping for some similar numbers on the 135.

TagMan · 05-18-2008, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by stovesax08

well, not a 1, but on a 335xi it's around 27 for the daily commute, mostly highway. The 335xi has 25k miles on it, hoping for some similar numbers on the 135.

I don't believe anyone will average 27 mpg from the 135i. The range will be mid-upper teens to low-mid twenties for almost everyone.

I'm almost at 18 average, but I don't have an ultra light right foot.

theanhdy · 05-18-2008, 01:18 AM

So far 311 miles and 23mpg

Oregon · 05-18-2008, 01:21 AM

30mpg on the freeway, 6th-gear, 65mph.

spicv0712 · 05-18-2008, 01:30 AM

Right now im at 15 mpg :iono:. I really do not redline too much, so I dont understand this. During the break in period I think I was getting 20 or 19 mpg. Also I get around 19 or 20 mpg on the highway going between 80 to 90 mph.

EB1Coupe · 05-18-2008, 01:43 AM

At only 250 miles on my 135, I'm getting 19 mpg in mostly city driving.

MTMnet · 05-18-2008, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by TagMan

I don't believe anyone will average 27 mpg from the 135i. The range will be mid-upper teens to low-mid twenties for almost everyone.

I'm almost at 18 average, but I don't have an ultra light right foot.

Why would the 335i get better mileage then a 135i? Same engine and the 135i is lighter...

Duckw · 05-18-2008, 09:29 AM

4600 miles, overall 24.5. Nine miles of country roads from my avocation as a rowing coach, forty-five miles from our cultural life in Cincinnati and our city pad in Covington, KY. (The trip to town involves 19 miles of delicious twisties and the remainder on I-74 and I-75.) I drive the country roads for fun, including quite a few corners with lower gears and appropriate revs, do the freeway at around 75 by the rev counter.

I think the good mileage results partly from discipline in town driving. One of the great luxuries of a car like the 135i is the abundance of power that makes WOT starts unnecessary. Fairly short shifts and modest throttle result in getaways more than fast enough for the real world. Sure, the guy in the Pontiac G6 gets to tell his GF he "blew off a BMW," but he'll pay at the pump. (Yes, I've read the threads arguing that fuel costs ought to be of relatively little concern to the demographic that drives BMWs. Still, $50 to fill a small tank might give some owners pause.)

jbenington86 · 05-18-2008, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by spicv0712

Right now im at 15 mpg :iono:. I really do not redline too much, so I dont understand this. During the break in period I think I was getting 20 or 19 mpg. Also I get around 19 or 20 mpg on the highway going between 80 to 90 mph.

did you know statistics show on average for every 5mph you drive over 60mph your gas mileage will start going down...wouldnt complain about milage not saying you shouldnt drive how you want

SnakeDoc? · 05-18-2008, 10:54 AM

I've done 1000 miles, almost all urban (stop-start London traffic) and my economy is 25mpg. I would hardly describe myself as an economic driver, I've been enjoying the turbos too much

I think part of why my figure's quite respectable is we use 97 octane petrol here...which I believe is higher than in the US (correct me if I'm wrong)

hitthemark41 · 05-18-2008, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Duckw

4600 miles, overall 24.5. Nine miles of country roads from my avocation as a rowing coach, forty-five miles from our cultural life in Cincinnati and our city pad in Covington, KY. (The trip to town involves 19 miles of delicious twisties and the remainder on I-74 and I-75.))

Just wanted to give a quick hello...Hebron KY here and work in Western Hills currently...so knowin' all about that I-74 and I-75 trip! (btw..my 135i is awaiting a boat...so you haven't seen ME yet lol) :drinking:

TunedM2C · 05-18-2008, 11:01 AM

16.5 and climbing @ 1,250 miles.

Tom K. · 05-18-2008, 11:35 AM

128i MT Cv with 730 miles. Varied break-in including traffic, 80 mph cruising, relaxed back roads & spirited mountain driving - 24 measured mpg on 93 octane, with the OBC surprising me with it's 98%+ accuracy.
Tom

corneredbeast · 05-18-2008, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by SnakeDoc?

I think part of why my figure's quite respectable is we use 97 octane petrol here...which I believe is higher than in the US (correct me if I'm wrong)

The octane rating won't make any noticeable difference in our fuel economy. The RON 97 rating in Europe is equivalent to R+M/2 93 in the US and Canada.

stampchez · 05-18-2008, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SnakeDoc?

I've done 1000 miles, almost all urban (stop-start London traffic) and my economy is 25mpg. I would hardly describe myself as an economic driver, I've been enjoying the turbos too much

I think part of why my figure's quite respectable is we use 97 octane petrol here...which I believe is higher than in the US (correct me if I'm wrong)

The Imperial gallon is a bit bigger than a US gallon. 25 mpg works out to 20.8. I've been getting about 17 in the city which seems great for that much power.

jraymond · 05-18-2008, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by mtmnet

Why would the 335i get better mileage then a 135i? Same engine and the 135i is lighter...

I have asked this before from comparison tests and have been told it is probably due to different coeffiecient drag on the 1. Damn our Pot Bellied Pig.

jraymond · 05-18-2008, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by spicv0712

Right now im at 15 mpg :iono:. I really do not redline too much, so I dont understand this. During the break in period I think I was getting 20 or 19 mpg. Also I get around 19 or 20 mpg on the highway going between 80 to 90 mph.

If I were in your shoes I would demand the dealer inspect the situation.

drand · 05-18-2008, 03:01 PM

I the beginning of my ED I was getting just over 22. As I started getting more comfortable driving fast on the Autobahn and started doing more Autobahn driving I noticed this start to plummet quickly. When I dropped of the car it had 1499 miles and just under 21. While driving in the 120-130 range it would report mileage under 10 mpg.

jraymond · 05-18-2008, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by angkor

While driving in the 120-130 range it would report mileage under 10 mpg.

And worth every damn penny

SnakeDoc? · 05-18-2008, 04:16 PM

Thanks for the info about petrol and gallons fellas, I didn't know that. Perhaps my view was clouded by Clarkson once describing American petrol as "watered down washing up liquid"!

lib · 05-18-2008, 05:10 PM

If it's American,Clarkson will find a way to knock it - justified or not.

05-18-2008, 12:06 AM	#45
topvega Kinda sorta banned on N54 19 Rep 626 Posts Drives: 135 SGM JB3 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NJ Exit 91 iTrader: (0)	almost 1200 miles on my baby and been getting 22 mpg lately.. was in the 19 range for most of break in... __________________
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05-18-2008, 12:15 AM	#46
stovesax08 Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 269 Posts Drives: 135i, X5 45e Join Date: Feb 2008 iTrader: (0)	well, not a 1, but on a 335xi it's around 27 for the daily commute, mostly highway. The 335xi has 25k miles on it, hoping for some similar numbers on the 135. __________________ 135i Coupe-Manual, Montego, Lemon, HG Black, sport, premium, CA, HiFi, Ipod/USB, heated seats
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05-18-2008, 01:18 AM	#48
theanhdy Major 94 Rep 1,083 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: SOCAL SFV iTrader: (7)	So far 311 miles and 23mpg
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05-18-2008, 01:21 AM	#49
Oregon NRA Life Member, BMW CCA 30 year member 181 Rep 2,614 Posts Drives: 04' M3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Oregon iTrader: (1) Garage List 1971 2002 [0.00] 2004 M3 [0.00] 2008 135i [0.00]	30mpg on the freeway, 6th-gear, 65mph. __________________ Resigned 1ADDICTS Moderator “To disarm the people is the best and most effective way to enslave them.” – George Mason
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05-18-2008, 01:30 AM	#50
spicv0712 MexicanT 18 Rep 231 Posts Drives: Join Date: Feb 2008 iTrader: (1)	Right now im at 15 mpg :iono:. I really do not redline too much, so I dont understand this. During the break in period I think I was getting 20 or 19 mpg. Also I get around 19 or 20 mpg on the highway going between 80 to 90 mph. __________________ 2011 BMW 135i Black Sapphire Metallic, Coral Red Leather M-Sport, DCT, Premium, Navi
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05-18-2008, 01:43 AM	#51
EB1Coupe Enlisted Member 1 Rep 47 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	At only 250 miles on my 135, I'm getting 19 mpg in mostly city driving.
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05-18-2008, 09:29 AM	#53
Duckw Second Lieutenant 7 Rep 241 Posts Drives: '08 135i, 2010 VW Sportwagen Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Cincinnati iTrader: (0)	4600 miles, overall 24.5. Nine miles of country roads from my avocation as a rowing coach, forty-five miles from our cultural life in Cincinnati and our city pad in Covington, KY. (The trip to town involves 19 miles of delicious twisties and the remainder on I-74 and I-75.) I drive the country roads for fun, including quite a few corners with lower gears and appropriate revs, do the freeway at around 75 by the rev counter. I think the good mileage results partly from discipline in town driving. One of the great luxuries of a car like the 135i is the abundance of power that makes WOT starts unnecessary. Fairly short shifts and modest throttle result in getaways more than fast enough for the real world. Sure, the guy in the Pontiac G6 gets to tell his GF he "blew off a BMW," but he'll pay at the pump. (Yes, I've read the threads arguing that fuel costs ought to be of relatively little concern to the demographic that drives BMWs. Still, $50 to fill a small tank might give some owners pause.) __________________ 135i, SGM, 6 MT, Black Leatherette, Grey Poplar, ZSP
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05-18-2008, 10:54 AM	#55
SnakeDoc? Gold Member 9 Rep 70 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	I've done 1000 miles, almost all urban (stop-start London traffic) and my economy is 25mpg. I would hardly describe myself as an economic driver, I've been enjoying the turbos too much I think part of why my figure's quite respectable is we use 97 octane petrol here...which I believe is higher than in the US (correct me if I'm wrong)
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05-18-2008, 11:01 AM	#57
TunedM2C Brigadier General 829 Rep 4,190 Posts Drives: 2016 LBB M2 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Earth iTrader: (2)	16.5 and climbing @ 1,250 miles.
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05-18-2008, 11:35 AM	#58
Tom K. Major General 124 Rep 5,627 Posts Drives: '07 328iT, '13 Boxster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	128i MT Cv with 730 miles. Varied break-in including traffic, 80 mph cruising, relaxed back roads & spirited mountain driving - 24 measured mpg on 93 octane, with the OBC surprising me with it's 98%+ accuracy. Tom
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05-18-2008, 03:01 PM	#63
drand Private First Class 7 Rep 186 Posts Drives: X3 M40 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Oregon iTrader: (0)	I the beginning of my ED I was getting just over 22. As I started getting more comfortable driving fast on the Autobahn and started doing more Autobahn driving I noticed this start to plummet quickly. When I dropped of the car it had 1499 miles and just under 21. While driving in the 120-130 range it would report mileage under 10 mpg. __________________ 135i May 3,2008 ED - Retired M235i Sept. 15, 2014 ED - Retired
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05-18-2008, 04:16 PM	#65
SnakeDoc? Gold Member 9 Rep 70 Posts Drives: Join Date: Oct 2007 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info about petrol and gallons fellas, I didn't know that. Perhaps my view was clouded by Clarkson once describing American petrol as "watered down washing up liquid"!
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05-18-2008, 05:10 PM	#66
lib Major 141 Rep 1,401 Posts Drives: <This space for rent> Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ATX iTrader: (0)	If it's American,Clarkson will find a way to knock it - justified or not.
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