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    2008 BMW 1 Series

    Used from

    $34,900 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    NA

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    6.1 - 9.8 L / 100km

    About the BMW 1 Series

    The 2008 BMW 1 Series is a Small Luxury offered in 5D hatchback, 2D coupe and 2D convertible body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $34,900 for the Base variant and topping out at $81,200 for the Sport.

    There are 2 variants of the 1 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in February of 2008.

    Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (100kW/180Nm), 1.6L multi-point injection (85kW/150Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (125kW/340Nm), 3.0L petrol direct injection (160kW/270Nm), 2.0L petrol direct injection (115kW/200Nm), 3.0L multi-point injection (195kW/315Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (225kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2008 1 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
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    Power to Weight
    69.47 - 142.7 kW/t
    56.64 kW/t
    142.7 kW/t
    Boot Space
    330 litres
    260 litres
    544 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    No Data
    Vehicle Range
    No Data
    Price
    $34,900 - $61,953
    $33,950
    $70,746
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    21 years
    3 years
    29 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2008 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: Diversity
    • Audio system
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Cup holders
      • Type: Fixed
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Adjustment
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Adjustment
      • Reclining
      • Thigh Support
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Height Adjustable
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
      • Lens Type: Complex Surface
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38
      • Headroom Front: 966
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.1
      • Headroom Rear: 969
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56
      • Hip Room Front: 1423
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.7
      • Hip Room Rear: 1414
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 42.2
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1072
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Net
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Titanium Look
      • On Dash: Titanium Look
      • On Doors: Titanium Look
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Non-corrosive body
      • Location: Part
      • Type: Galvanised
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Includes Boot/hatch
      • Includes Power Windows
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power windows
      • Number Of One Touch: 2
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 3
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • 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
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • 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): 36
    • Warranty roadside assistance
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Warranty whole vehicle - Total
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 36
    • Windscreen wipers
      • Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor

    Sport

    Adds to Base:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Disc Stacker
      • Disc Stacker Capacity: 6
    • Disc stacker
      • Capacity: 6
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Tilt Adjustment
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Hooks
    • Memorized adjustment
      • Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 5
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
    Removes from Base:
    • Front seat
      • Thigh Support
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Load restraint
      • Type: Net
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
    See all 2008 BMW 1 Series Specs

    2008 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

    1406mm
    1748mm
    4239mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2008 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

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    2008 BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 12 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 1 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 1 Series is the Base with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 6.1L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 1 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the Sport with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 9.8L 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

    2008 BMW 1 Series Warranty

    What is the warranty on a BMW 1 Series?

    The BMW 1 Series offers a 3 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.

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    BMW 1 Series FAQs

    The cheapest BMW 1 Series is the Base that starts from $34,900.

    The most expensive BMW 1 Series is the Sport that starts from $81,200.

    The best towing capacity of a BMW 1 Series is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Base and Sport.

    The largest BMW 1 Series is the Sport which measures 1748mm wide, 4360mm in length and sits 1411mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 1 Series is the Sport which has 225kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.

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

    The heaviest BMW 1 Series is the Sport which weighs 1910 kg (kerb weight).

    The BMW 1 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes premium unleaded or diesel.