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    2012 BMW 1 Series

    Used from

    $36,900 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    5

    Warranty

    3 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    4.5 - 9.6 L / 100km

    About the BMW 1 Series

    The 2012 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 $36,900 for the Base variant and topping out at $99,900 for the M.

    There are 9 variants of the 1 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2011.

    Engine options include 1.6L turbo petrol direct injection (100kW/220Nm), 2.0L petrol direct injection (115kW/200Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (160kW/310Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (235kW/450Nm), 3.0L petrol direct injection (160kW/270Nm) and 2.0L turbo diesel common rail (105kW/320Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 8-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic or manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The 2012 1 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    76.54 - 166.85 kW/t
    55.33 kW/t
    166.85 kW/t
    Boot Space
    360 litres
    260 litres
    544 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    4.5 - 8 L/100km
    4.1 L/100km
    8.47 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    650 - 1,111 km
    580 km
    1,222 km
    Price
    $36,900 - $72,400
    $33,700
    $74,500
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    No Data
    Years on Sale
    21 years
    3 years
    29 years
    Service Interval
    No Data

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    2012 BMW 1 Series Price

    M

    *excl. on-roads

    2012 BMW 1 Series Specs

    See our comprehensive details for the BMW 1 Series

    Base

    • Air conditioning
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control Number Of Zones: 2
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Manufacturer's Own
      • Disc Player Reads Mp3
      • In-dash Cd
      • Radio: Am/fm
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Bumpers
      • Colour: Painted
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Connection to ext.entertainment devices
      • Aux Jack Front
      • Usb Connection Front
      • Ipod Front
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Display screen
      • Screen Size (in): 6.5
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Colour: Painted
      • Heated
      • Indicator Lights
      • Type: Electrically Adjustable
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
    • Electronic traction control
      • Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Height Adjustment
      • Height Type: Manual
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
      • Thigh Support
      • Thigh Support Type: Manual
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Headlight control
      • Dusk Sensor
      • Height Adjustable
      • Height Adjustment: Manual
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.6
      • Headroom Front: 980
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.0
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.0
      • Hip Room Front: 1423
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 43.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1092
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.0
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 42.2
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1072
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy Look
    • Paint
      • Type: Gloss
    • Parking distance system
      • Type: Sensor
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
      • Seating Capacity: 2
      • Type: Bench
    • Rear view mirror/camera
      • Auto-dimming
    • Rear window
      • Type: Fixed
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Remote audio controls
      • Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Type: Manual
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
    • Steering wheel
      • Height Adjustment
      • Telescopic Adjustment
      • Type: Leather Covered
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Ventilation system
      • Digital Display
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Phone Functions
    • Warranty anti-corrosion
      • Distance: Unlimited Km
      • Duration (months): 144
    • 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 Line

    Adds to Base:
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 40.1
      • Headroom Front: 1018
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.3
      • Headroom Rear: 972
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1400
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.8
      • Hip Room Rear: 1417
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1386
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.8
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1366
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Automatic
    Removes from Base:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.6
      • Headroom Front: 980
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.0
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.0
      • Hip Room Front: 1423
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 43.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1092
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.0
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 42.2
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1072
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Manual
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Phone Functions

    Urban Line

    Adds to Sport Line:
    • Front seat
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Type: Bucket
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Leather
    Removes from Sport Line:
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 1
      • Thigh Support
      • Thigh Support Type: Manual
      • Type: Sports
    • Seat upholstery
      • Additional Seat Material: Cloth

    M Sport

    Adds to Urban Line:
    • Alternate suspension
      • Type: Sport
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Stability Control
      • Includes Traction Control
    • Front seat
      • Electrically Adjustable
      • Heated
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Thigh Support
      • Thigh Support Type: Manual
      • Type: Sports
    • Head rests
      • Number: 2
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.9
      • Headroom Front: 962
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.0
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Front (in): 56.0
      • Hip Room Front: 1423
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 43.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1092
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.0
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1372
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 42.2
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1072
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 2
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Leather
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    • Vanity mirror
      • Illuminated
    Removes from Urban Line:
    • Front seat
      • Type: Bucket
    • Head rests
      • Number: 3
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 40.1
      • Headroom Front: 1018
      • Headroom Rear (in): 38.3
      • Headroom Rear: 972
      • Hip Room Front (in): 55.1
      • Hip Room Front: 1400
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.8
      • Hip Room Rear: 1417
      • Shoulder Room Front (in): 54.6
      • Shoulder Room Front: 1386
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.8
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1366
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy Look
    • Rear seats
      • Seating Capacity: 3
    • Seat upholstery
      • Main Seat Material: Cloth
    • Seating
      • Seating Capacity: 5
      • Seating Configuration: 2+3

    Innovations Pack

    Adds to M Sport:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Harman/kardon
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.6
      • Headroom Front: 980
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Manual
    Removes from M Sport:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Manufacturer's Own
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
      • Type: Rigid
    • Display screen
      • Screen Size (in): 6.5
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Indicator Lights
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
      • Includes Stability Control
      • Includes Traction Control
    • Headlight control
      • Height Adjustment: Manual
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.9
      • Headroom Front: 962
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Power steering
      • Active Rack
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear door
      • Type: Lifting Gate
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Rear window
      • Wipers: Intermittent
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Keyless Start
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
      • Type: Automatic

    M Sport Plus

    Adds to Innovations Pack:
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Front seat
      • Lumbar Type: Manual
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    Removes from Innovations Pack:
    • Air conditioning
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Harman/kardon
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Thigh Support
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice

    Sport

    Adds to M Sport Plus:
    • Air conditioning
      • Fully Automated Climate Control
    • Bluetooth
      • Type: Bluetooth
    • Front seat
      • Height Adjustment
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Lumbar Adjustment
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
      • Thigh Support
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Bi-xenon
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    Removes from M Sport Plus:
    • Bluetooth
      • Includes Music Streaming
      • Includes Phone Control
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Manual
      • Lumbar Type: Manual
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
    • Headlights
      • Bulb Type (low Beam): Halogen
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Leather

    M Sport Innovations Pack

    Adds to Sport:
    • Audio system
      • Brand Name: Harman/kardon
    • Door mirrors/cameras
      • Auto-dimming
    • Electrically foldable mirrors
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Manual
      • Lumbar Type: Manual
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
      • Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
    • Navigational systems
      • Information Type: Full Map And Voice
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Includes Keyless Entry
      • Includes Memory Seat Adjustments
    Removes from Sport:
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
      • On Dash: Piano Black
      • On Doors: Piano Black

    M

    Adds to M Sport Innovations Pack:
    • Audio system
      • In-dash Dvd
    • Driver modes
      • Includes Engine Mapping
      • Includes Stability Control
      • Includes Steering
      • Includes Traction Control
    • Front seat
      • Height Type: Electric
      • Lumbar Type: Electric
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: 6
      • Reach Type: Electric
      • Reclining Type: Electric
    • Headlight control
      • Directional Headlights
    • Internal Memory /HD
      • Storage Capacity (gb): 12.00
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 37.9
      • Headroom Front: 962
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.1
      • Headroom Rear: 943
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 55.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1398
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.4
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1357
    • Limited slip differential
      • Type: Electronic
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Leather
      • On Dash: Suede
      • On Doors: Suede
      • On Gear Selector: Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Card Key
    • Power steering
      • Vehicle Speed Proportional
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: 40/60
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Automatic
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 10
    • Voice activating system
      • Includes Audio Player
      • Includes Navigation System
      • Includes Phone Functions
    Removes from M Sport Innovations Pack:
    • Convertible rollover protection
      • Type: Concealed System
    • Convertible roof
      • Glass Rear Window
      • Operation: Electric
    • Front seat
      • Heated
      • Height Type: Manual
      • Lumbar Type: Manual
      • Number Of Electrical Adjustments: None
      • Reach Type: Manual
      • Reclining Type: Manual
    • Headlight control
      • Auto Highbeam
    • Internal dimensions
      • Headroom Front (in): 38.6
      • Headroom Front: 980
      • Headroom Rear (in): 37.0
      • Headroom Rear: 940
      • Hip Room Rear (in): 43.0
      • Hip Room Rear: 1092
      • Shoulder Room Rear (in): 42.2
      • Shoulder Room Rear: 1072
    • Luxury trim
      • On Centre Floor Console: Alloy
      • On Dash: Alloy
      • On Doors: Alloy
      • On Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    • Power locks
      • Operation: Remote
    • Rear seat centre armrest
      • Boot Access: Ski Bag
    • Rear seats
      • Folding: Fixed
    • Smart card / smart key
      • Type: Manual
    • Speakers
      • Number Of: 6
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    2012 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

    1411mm
    1765mm
    4324mm

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.

    See all 2012 BMW 1 Series Dimensions

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    2012 BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy

    There are 18 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 1 Series

    The most fuel efficient BMW 1 Series is the Base with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 4.5L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.

    The BMW 1 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the M with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 9.6L 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.

    BMW 1 SeriesFuel TypeCombined
    1.6L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded5.7 L/100km
    1.6L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded5.8 L/100km
    1.6L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded5.9 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded7.8 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.0 L/100km
    2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded6.6 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded6.6 L/100km
    3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded7.5 L/100km
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.0 L/100km
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.1 L/100km
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.1 L/100km
    3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.3 L/100km
    3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.3 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.2 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWDPremium Unleaded8.3 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, RWDDiesel4.5 L/100km
    2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, RWDDiesel4.5 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Diesel, RWDDiesel4.8 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Diesel, RWDDiesel5.5 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Diesel, RWDDiesel5.3 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Diesel, RWDDiesel5.7 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Diesel, RWDDiesel5.1 L/100km
    2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Diesel, RWDDiesel5.5 L/100km
    See all BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy

    2012 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 $36,900.

    The most expensive BMW 1 Series is the M that starts from $99,900.

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

    The largest BMW 1 Series is the M which measures 1803mm wide, 4380mm in length and sits 1420mm tall.

    The most powerful BMW 1 Series is the M which has 250kW 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 2040 kg (kerb weight).

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