BMW 1 Series
2010–2013 model years · Generation introduced 2008
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- Available years
- 2010–2013
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $5,625–$8,988
The overview
The compact 1 Series is available as a two-door coupe or convertible. Power comes from the same six-cylinder engines found in the 3 and 5 Series, including a muscular 300-hp twin-turbo. Excellent steering and body control, along with smooth shifter and clutch action, make the 1 Series a blast to drive. The 135i we tested was super agile, quick, and it even returned decent fuel economy. Although snug, the interior features high levels of fit and finish. Model year 2013 was the final year for this fun and agile car. The more refined 2 Series, with a choice of turbocharged four and six-cylinder engines replaced it for 2014, and offers all-wheel drive in coupe and convertible forms. Updates for 2020 included the Gran Coupe 4-door versions, 228i xDrive and M235i xDrive, which were based on a different less performance-oriented platform.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 ↗ 135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $8,988 | Not rated | 4/5 | Unavailable |
| 2012 ↗ 135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $6,988 | 3/5 | 4/5 | Unavailable |
| 2011 ↗ 135i coupe 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $6,325 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2010 ↗ 135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) twin-turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed | $5,625 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2013 model
135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $8,988
- Retail value range
- $6,700 - $10,650
- Original MSRP range
- $31,500 - $48,250
- Trade-in range
- $3,560 - $7,195
Ratings
- Road test score
- 93/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 68%
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 31 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,620
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 5.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 119 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 58.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 172 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,360 lb
- Maximum load
- 880 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 2/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 8149 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2012 model
135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $6,988
- Retail value range
- $5,775 - $8,500
- Original MSRP range
- $31,200 - $44,100
- Trade-in range
- $2,705 - $5,225
Ratings
- Road test score
- 93/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 70%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 31 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,620
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 5.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 119 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 58.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 172 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,360 lb
- Maximum load
- 880 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5932 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
135i coupe 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $6,325
- Retail value range
- $5,100 - $7,325
- Original MSRP range
- $29,450 - $46,135
- Trade-in range
- $2,100 - $4,140
Ratings
- Road test score
- 93/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 31 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,620
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 5.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 119 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 58.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 172 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,360 lb
- Maximum load
- 880 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5519 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2010 model
135i coupe RWD 3.0-liter 6 (300 hp) twin-turbo (Premium Gasoline) Manual 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2010 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- convertible
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Manual
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,625
- Retail value range
- $4,625 - $6,625
- Original MSRP range
- $29,150 - $40,350
- Trade-in range
- $1,725 - $3,515
Ratings
- Road test score
- 93/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 25 MPG
- EPA combined
- 20 MPG
- Tested city
- 16 MPG
- Tested highway
- 31 MPG
- Tested overall
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,620
- Cruising range
- 320 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.2 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 5.2 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 119 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 58.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 172 in
- Width
- 69 in
- Height
- 54 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,360 lb
- Maximum load
- 880 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 42.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 2+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 6185 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
