Does the 2020 BMW X1 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$267extra a year
- Premium listed for the sDrive28i FWD.
- All 2 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 47% of 129 SUVs (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| xDrive28i AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 BMW X1 | sDrive28i FWD | Premium |
| 2020 Cadillac XT4 | Luxury FWD | Premium |
| 2020 Toyota Highlander | L FWD | Regular |
| 2020 Lincoln Corsair | FWD | Premium |
| 2020 Toyota 4Runner | SR5 2WD | Regular |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA | 250 FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree