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BMW 1 SERIES Used Car Review

Pros

Cons

  • Driver-pleasing rear-wheel-drive dynamics
  • Good (turbo) engines from base model upwards
  • Styling and value have both improved with updates
  • M135i/M140i models are modern performance bargains
  • Interior design could be more inspired
  • Exterior design still rather frumpy
  • Rear-seat space compromised by rear-drive set-up
  • Faster hatches available for less money in the case of many variants
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2012 BMW 120i E82 MY12 White 6 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 168342 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

441 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC, 3029(Mel Ref: 203 D11) PH: OR 03******1177.

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Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
21 hours ago

Top2010 BMW 120i E88 MY10 120i Silver 6 Speed Automatic Convertible

  • 106820 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

we are still operating as per usual with all mechanics open to prepare sold vehicle, all sold cars are transferred instantly online with no delays. We are practising a safe working environment with social distancing a requirement also disinfecting all vehicles. Thank you for your understanding. 25 MINUTES FROM CBD TOWARDS SOUTH EAST SUBURBS OF Melbourne. Undercover showroom area provided and over 150 cars to choose from. All vehicles on site come drive away which includes Roadworthy certif

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Mordialloc, VIC

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Top2010 BMW 120i White Hatchback

  • 160212 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 BMW 120i White Hatchback

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Rocklea, QLD

Dealer used
3 hours ago

Top2010 BMW 120i E87 MY09 6 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 102000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 bmw 120 automatic with only 102000 klms! runs and drives brilliant, very tidy car inside and out for age, has aircon and power steering, airbags, abs brakes, cruise control, power windows, power mirrors central locking, leather interior, electric sunroof, alloy wheels, many more features has reg till 16 October and will come with current roadworthy certificate! price includes all stamp duty and transfere fees!

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Moorabbin, VIC

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46 minutes ago

2010 BMW 120i E87 MY09 6 Speed Automatic Hatchback

  • 102000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 bmw 120 automatic with only 102000 klms! runs and drives brilliant, very tidy car inside and out for age, has aircon and power steering, airbags, abs brakes, cruise control, power windows, power mirrors central locking, leather interior, electric sunroof, alloy wheels, many more features has reg till 16 October and will come with current roadworthy certificate! price includes all stamp duty and transfere fees!

$9,995 Drive Away^
Moorabbin, VIC

Dealer used
46 minutes ago

2010 BMW 120i White Hatchback

  • 160212 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 BMW 120i White Hatchback

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Rocklea, QLD

Dealer used
3 hours ago

2012 BMW 120i E82 MY12 White 6 Speed Automatic Coupe

  • 168342 km
  • Coupe (2 door)
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

441 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC, 3029(Mel Ref: 203 D11) PH: OR 03******1177.

$9,999 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
21 hours ago

2010 BMW 120i E88 MY10 120i Silver 6 Speed Automatic Convertible

  • 106820 km
  • Convertible
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

we are still operating as per usual with all mechanics open to prepare sold vehicle, all sold cars are transferred instantly online with no delays. We are practising a safe working environment with social distancing a requirement also disinfecting all vehicles. Thank you for your understanding. 25 MINUTES FROM CBD TOWARDS SOUTH EAST SUBURBS OF Melbourne. Undercover showroom area provided and over 150 cars to choose from. All vehicles on site come drive away which includes Roadworthy certif

$12,499 Drive Away^
Mordialloc, VIC

Dealer used
30/04/2024

Overview of the Bmw 1

Overview of the Bmw 1

BMW 1 SERIES GENERATIONS

2004-2011

2011 onwards

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 4.2 to 4.3 litres per 100km

1.5L 3-cylinder turbo: 5.2 to 5.4 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo: 5.9 to 6.6 litres per 100km

3.0L 6-cylinder turbo: 7.1 to 7.8 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO BMW 1 SERIES

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: BMW 1 SERIES (2011 ON)

This version of the 1 Series came along just after BMW's problems with timing-chain stretch on its 1.6-litre engine. So, these cars shouldn't exhibit this trait.

That said, BMW messed around with anything up to four different camchain-tensioner designs to solve the problem, so we'd still be having a close listen for a rattling noise on start-up.

Check the vacuum pump has been sufficiently lubricated, which supplies the assistance to the car's braking. If not, the pump could fail, leaving the car with no brake-booster. The brakes would still work, but the pedal would need an awfully big push from the driver to pull things up quickly in an emergency.

The other thing to check with the little BMW is that all the electrical accessories and do-dads work properly. That includes the sunroof and the cruise control. And make sure the air-conditioner blows icy cold.