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    2005 BMW 1 Series

    Used from

    $34,900 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    2 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    7.3 - 7.9 L / 100km

    About the BMW 1 Series

    The 2005 BMW 1 Series is a Small Luxury offered in a 5D hatchback body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $34,900 for the Base variant and topping out at $44,100 for the Base.

    There is 1 variant of the 1 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2004.

    Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (95kW/180Nm) and 1.6L multi-point injection (85kW/150Nm). Available with 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2005 1 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    Power to Weight
    67.58 - 88.77 kW/t
    58.73 kW/t
    122.25 kW/t
    Boot Space
    330 litres
    281 litres
    470 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $34,900 - $44,100
    $29,900
    $74,090
    Warranty (Years)
    2 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    21 years
    3 years
    29 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2005 BMW 1 Series Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the BMW 1 Series

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Antenna
      • Type: Roof
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Mp3 Devices
      • Wma Devices
      • Ipod Front
    • Courtesy lights
      • Delayed/fade
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.9
      • Headroom Front: 963
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Rear: 967
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.4
      • Hip Room Front: 1407
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.7
      • Hip Room Rear: 1414
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.1
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1374
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 52.8
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1342
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Net
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Alloy Look
      • On Doors: Alloy Look
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy Look
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote boot/hatch release
      • Operation: Remote Control
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Radio Settings
      • Type: Manual
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Multi-function
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
      • Particle Filter
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • Warranty paint
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty powertrain - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 24
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor
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    2005 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

    1415mm
    1751mm
    4227mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2005 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

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    2005 BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 1 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 1 Series is the Base with a 5-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 7.3L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 1 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 7.9L of premium unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.

    Below is a table of all the BMW 1 Series variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.

    See all BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy

    2005 BMW 1 Series Warranty

    What is the warranty on a BMW 1 Series?

    The BMW 1 Series offers a 2 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.

    Next Steps

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    BMW 1 Series FAQs

    The cheapest BMW 1 Series is the Base that starts from $0.

    The most expensive BMW 1 Series is the Base that starts from $44,100.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 1 Series is offered by the Base which can tow 1200 kg

    The largest BMW 1 Series is the Base which measures 1751mm wide, 4227mm in length and sits 1430mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 1 Series is the Base which has 110kW of power from its 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION engine.

    The BMW 1 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest BMW 1 Series is the Base which weighs 1775 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW 1 Series uses premium unleaded.