BMW
BMW 1 Series E87 (2004–2024) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 1
2004 - 2024
E87
Cabriolet
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GC
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Engine
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Power
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Gears
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Platform
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 118d | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 118i | 6 | 143 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 118i Steptronic | 6 | 143 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 120d | 6 | 190 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 120d Steptronic | 6 | 177 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 120i Steptronic | 6 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 123d | 6 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 123d Steptronic | 6 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 125i | 6 | 218 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 125i Steptronic | 8 | 218 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 128i | 6 | 230 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 128i Steptronic | 6 | 230 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 135i | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 135i DCT | 7 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 135i Steptronic | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 1 Series E87 overview
The BMW 1 Series (E87) is the 1st generation of the 1 Series, built from 2004 to 2024. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 25 engines (petrol, diesel), from 115 HP to 306 HP. The 120i (170 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 s, reaches a top speed of 220 km/h and is 4360 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 1 Series have?
The BMW 1 Series (E87) has 115 HP to 306 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Valvetronic (115 HP), 116d (116 HP), 1.6 Valvetronic (122 HP), 1.5 Twinpower (136 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (140 HP), 118i (143 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP), 118i (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP), 120d (163 Hp) Steptronic (163 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (170 HP), 120d (177 HP), 120d (177 Hp) Steptronic (177 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (192 HP), 125i (192 Hp) DCT (192 HP), 123d (204 HP), 123d (204 Hp) Steptronic (204 HP), 125i (218 Hp) Steptronic (218 HP), 125i (218 HP), 128i (230 Hp) Steptronic (230 HP), 128i (230 HP), 3.0 Valvetronic (258 HP), 3.0 Valvetronic (265 HP), 135i (306 Hp) Steptronic (306 HP), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP), 135i (306 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series is available with 25 engines: 1.6 Valvetronic (115 HP, petrol), 116d (116 HP, diesel), 1.6 Valvetronic (122 HP, petrol), 1.5 Twinpower (136 HP, petrol), 2.0 Twinpower (140 HP, petrol), 118i (143 HP, petrol), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP, diesel), 118i (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP, petrol), 120d (163 Hp) Steptronic (163 HP, diesel), 2.0 Twinpower (170 HP, petrol), 120d (177 HP, diesel), 120d (177 Hp) Steptronic (177 HP, diesel), 2.0 Twinpower (192 HP, petrol), 125i (192 Hp) DCT (192 HP, petrol), 123d (204 HP, diesel), 123d (204 Hp) Steptronic (204 HP, diesel), 125i (218 Hp) Steptronic (218 HP, petrol), 125i (218 HP, petrol), 128i (230 Hp) Steptronic (230 HP, petrol), 128i (230 HP, petrol), 3.0 Valvetronic (258 HP, petrol), 3.0 Valvetronic (265 HP, petrol), 135i (306 Hp) Steptronic (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP, petrol), 135i (306 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series is 4360 mm long, 1748 mm wide, 1411 mm tall, with a 2660 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series 120i (170 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 s and has a top speed of 220 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 1 Series Convertible E88 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2008–2011 |
| Platform | BMW E81 |
| Variant | 120i (170 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Emission standard | Euro 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 170 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6700 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4250 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 220 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 8.4 s |
| 0–62 mph | 8.4 s |
Engine
| Engine code | B48B20 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1995 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 90.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Coolant | 7.8 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | Gs6 17 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4360 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1748 mm |
| Height | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2660 mm |
| Front track | 1480 mm |
| Rear track | 1513 mm |
| Boot space | 260 – 305 L |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1430 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1870 kg |
| Max load | 440 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 6.6 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 5.2 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 158 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 53.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 205/55 R16 91 V |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.4 kg/Hp, 118.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2008 |
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| End Of Production | 2011 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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