Which is the most popular engine in the BMW 1 Series?

The older 118d diesel powertrain has been among the most popular, but it isn't available in the newer models. This diesel engine had a good balance of value and power, rated at 148bhp. The most popular petrol engine is the 118i, likely because it's the entry level in the lineup, making it the most affordable to buy.

Which are the most popular trim levels?

The new 1 Series comes in five trims: SE, Sport, 128ti, M Sport and M135i. The M Sport is among the most popular in the used market because of its upgraded performance and styling features, including upgraded suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels and special 'M' trim detailing.

Is the BMW 1 Series a good family car?

Even though it's a compact hatchback, the BMW 1 Series is a good car for families. While it can be tight for adults in the rear seat, there's plenty of room for children, and ISOFIX points are included for child seats.

Is there a hybrid version of the BMW 1 Series?

BMW hasn't fitted a hybrid powertrain to the 1 Series yet. It has only been offered with traditional petrol and diesel engines.

Is the BMW 1 Series available as an automatic?

The 1 Series has been available as an automatic and with a manual gearbox. Both of these are popular among the used models, so it should be easy for customers to find the example that suits their needs.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

The BMW 1 Series started as a rear-wheel drive car. It was later reconfigured to have front-wheel drive as standard. The top specification M135i is equipped with all-wheel drive, as are some variants of the 120d. Look out for cars badged as xDrive - this is the name of BMW's all-wheel drive system.

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BMW 1 Series2016 (16) - 1.5 116d M Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,999

Finance available £112 pm

1.5L
107.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

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01217525896 *

4/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2017 (67) - 1.5 118i Sport Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (136 ps)

Low Mileage

£8,600

Finance available £170 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

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4.5/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2023 - 118i [136] M Sport 5dr Step Auto [LCP]

£23,499

Finance available £487 pm

1.5L
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BMW 1 Series2016 (16) - 1.5 118i Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

£5,800

Finance available £107 pm

1.5L
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Hatchback

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BMW 1 Series2023 (23) - 128ti 5dr Step Auto Petrol Hatchback

Low Mileage

£29,384

2L
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0/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2019 (69) - 2.0 118D M SPORT SHADOW EDITION 5d 147 BHP 5-Door

Low Mileage

£13,490

Finance available £279 pm

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BMW 1 Series2017 (67) - 2.0 120d M Sport Shadow Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£9,000

Finance available £179 pm

2L
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Hatchback

S AND T MOTOR CO LTD

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BMW 1 Series2022 (22) - 118i [136] M Sport 5dr Step Auto [LCP]

Low Mileage

£23,500

1.5L
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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BMW 1 Series2016 - 1.5 118I M Sport 3dr

£8,625

Finance available £170 pm

1.5L
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BMW 1 Series2017 (7D) - 3 3.0 M140i Shadow Edition Hatchback 3dr Petrol Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (340 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,987

Finance available £390 pm

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BMW 1 Series2024 - 128ti 5dr Step Auto [Live Cockpit Professional] Automatic

Low Mileage

£28,690

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2L
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01472404046 *

0/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2015 - 116d EfficientDynamics Plus 3dr

Low Mileage

£6,250

Finance available £117 pm

1.5L
73.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

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BMW 1 Series2019 - 118i [1.5] M Sport Shadow Ed 5dr Step Auto

£14,698

1.5L
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Petrol
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Hatchback

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BMW 1 Series2021 - 118i [136] M Sport 5dr Step Auto [LCP]

Low Mileage

£21,199

Finance available £438 pm

1.5L
20.2K
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Semi Auto
Hatchback

cinch

01792001651 *

4.3/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2025 - M135 xDrive 5dr Step Auto

£42,195

2L
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

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0/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2020 - 1.5 118i M Sport Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (140 ps)

£16,350

Finance available £343 pm

1.5L
51.6K
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Hatchback

drivedirect Leicester

01164646061 *

BMW 1 Series2013 (13) - 116d Sport 3dr £35 Road Tax

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

2L
118.0K
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Diesel
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Hatchback

Maximum Car Supermarket

02392002264 *

BMW 1 Series2022 - 118i [136] M Sport 5dr Step Auto [LCP] SEMI-AUTO

£21,250

1.5L
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Semi Auto
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01484502987 *

4.7/5 Stars

BMW 1 Series2018 - 118d M Sport 5-Door

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£9,998

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2L
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Hatchback

Blackwood Used Car Ltd

02890021467 *

BMW 1 Series2016 (16) - 116d EfficientDynamics Plus 5dr

£5,290

Finance available £96 pm

1.5L
115.0K
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Hatchback

Autopoint UK (Notts) Ltd

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5/5 Stars

Why buy a used BMW 1 Series?

If you're in the market for a car that's practical, fun to drive and stylish, then a used BMW 1 Series is a fantastic choice. With BMW build quality, a used 1 Series provides luxury motoring at an affordable price. The interior offers supportive seating, high-tech features and upscale materials that provide a refined driving experience.

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Pros

Economical diesels
Fun to drive
Excellent build quality

Cons

Lack of hybrid/electric model
Limited cabin and boot space
Firm ride

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Used BMW 1 Series buying guide

Engines and transmissions

The BMW 1 Series has been available with petrol and diesel engines, a manual or an automatic gearbox, and rear, front or four-wheel drive.

Petrol

1.5-litre 118i produces 134bhp for a 0-60mph time of 8.6 seconds and an efficiency rating of up to 49.6mpg. This is the most popular engine.
2.0-litre 128ti boosts the output to 261bhp, giving it a 0-60mph time of 5.9 seconds and an efficiency rating of 40.9mpg.
3.0-litre M135i tops the range with 315bhp and a 0-60mph time of 4.9 seconds, but the efficiency drops to 35mpg.

Diesel

1.5-litre 116d makes 114bhp for a 10-second 0-60mph time and a rating of up to 62.8mpg.
2.0-litre 120d outputs 187bhp to reduce the 0-62mph time to 7.3 seconds, while still maintaining efficiency of up to 57.6mpg.
Older 118d creates 147bhp and was one of the most popular options.

Practicality

Despite being a compact car, the 1 Series hatchback provides a surprising amount of room, making it practical for everyday driving.

Interior space

Front seats are supportive and offer a lot of room.
Rear seats can be tight for adults on long drives.
ISOFIX mounting points for child seats are easy to access.

Boot space

380-litre boot compares with the Audi A3.
Folding the rear seats down opens up 1,200 litres of room.
Available 40:20:40 split folding seats allow for the middle seat to be folded independently.

Bodystyles

Five-door hatchback has been the main body style since its introduction.
Three-door hatchback was discontinued after the second generation.
Two-door coupé was available for part of the first generation, later joining the 2 Series lineup.
Two-door convertible was only available during the first generation, but later became part of the 2 Series lineup.

Safety

Five-star Euro NCAP safety rating given in 2019.
87% rating for child occupant and an 83% adult occupant rating.
Standard safety kit includes parking sensors (front and rear), cruise control and LED headlights.

Technology

10.3-inch Live Cockpit Professional driver display matches the 3 Series.
Larger 10.3-inch infotainment system display replaced the smaller 8.8-inch model.
Available wireless device charging.

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