NEW FOR 2010:
- 128i Cabriolet and 135i models add standard Bluetooth connectivity, BMW Assist and USB port
- 128i Coupe adds optional Hands-Free Package
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For 2010, the BMW 1 Series is unchanged except for trim. All models except the 128i Coupe add standard Bluetooth connectivity, BMW Assist and USB port; those features are available on the 128i Coupe as an optional Hands-Free Package.
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The 128i and 135i are available in coupe or cabriolet (convertible) configuration. Both use a 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder engine, which is naturally-aspirated in the 128i, and outfitted with a twin turbocharger in the 135i. The engines are shared with the 3 and 5 Series. Both engines use a six-speed manual transmission or optional six-speed automatic with manual shift mode.
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Features on the 128i Coupe include 17-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, speed-sensitive power steering, automatic headlamps, adaptive brake lights, fog lights, heated mirrors, heated washer nozzles, rain-sensing wipers, tire pressure warning system, self-charging keyless remote, cruise control, leather-wrapped multifunction tilt and telescopic steering wheel, 60/40 split-folding rear seat with pass-through, power windows, leatherette six-way manually adjustable heated seats, and CD/MP3 stereo.
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The 128i Cabriolet adds driver and front passenger knee airbags, rollover protection, Bluetooth connectivity, BMW Assist, USB port, and fully automatic soft top. Its rear seat is fixed and includes a pass-through and transport bag.
The 135i models add 18-inch alloy wheels, sport suspension, performance brakes, adaptive headlights, xenon headlamps with washers, and M aerodynamic body kit.
Specifications
- Type: 2-door, 4-passenger compact sedan; 2-door, 4-passenger compact convertible
- Layout: Front engine/rear-wheel drive
- Engine: 3.0-litre I6, DOHC, 24 valves; 3.0-litre I6, DOHC, 24 valves,
- : turbocharged
- Horsepower: 230 @ 6500 rpm; 300 @ 5800 rpm
- Torque (lb-ft): 200 @ 2750 rpm; 300 @ 1400 rpm
- Transmission: 6-speed manual (6-speed auto optional)
- Tires 128i: P205/50R17 all-season run-flat
- Tires 135i: P215/40R18 performance run-flat (front); P245/35R18 performance run-flat (rear)
- Curb weight 128i Coupe: 1475 kg (3252 lbs)(M/T); 1510 kg (3329 lbs)(A/T)
- Curb weight 128i Cabriolet: 1585 kg (3494 lbs)(M/T); 1620 kg (3571 lbs)(A/T)
- Curb weight 135i Coupe: 1530 kg (3373 lbs)(M/T); 1535 kg (3384 lbs)(A/T)
- Curb weight 135i Cabriolet: 1660 kg (3660 lbs)(M/T); 1665 kg (3671 lbs)(A/T)
- Wheelbase: 2660 mm (104.7 in.)
- Length: 4373 mm (172.2 in.)
- Width: 1748 mm (68.8 in.)
- Height 128i Coupe: 1423 mm (56.0 in.)
- Height 135i Coupe: 1408 mm (55.4 in.)
- Height Cabriolet: 1411 mm (55.6 in.)
- Cargo capacity coupe: 370 litres (13.0 cu. ft.)
- Cargo capacity cabriolet: 260 litres (9.1 cu. ft.)(top up); 305 litres (10.7 cu. ft.)(top down)
- Fuel consumption 128i M/T: City: 10.9 L/100 km (26 mpg Imp); Hwy: 7.0 L/100 km (40 mpg Imp)
- Fuel consumption 128i A/T: City: 11.3 L/100 km (25 mpg Imp); Hwy: 6.9 L/100 km (41 mpg Imp)
- Fuel consumption 135i M/T: City: 11.5 L/100 km (25 mpg Imp); Hwy: 7.7 L/100 km (37 mpg Imp)
- Fuel consumption 135i A/T: City: 11.9 L/100 km (24 mpg Imp); Hwy: 7.8 L/100 km (36 mpg Imp)
- Fuel type: Premium
- Warranty: 4 yrs/80,000 km
- Powertrain warranty: 4 yrs/80,000 km
- Side airbags: Standard
- Curtain airbags: Standard (Coupe); N/A (Cabriolet)
- Anti-lock brakes: Standard
- Traction control: Standard
- Stability control: Standard
- Assembly location: Leipzig, Germany; Regensburg, Germany
