About the BMW 1 Series
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2016 BMW 1 Series's used prices in Australia typically range from $18,500 for the 18I Sport Line variant and topping out at $35,200 for the M140i.
There are 13 variants of the 1 Series available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2016.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo petrol (100kW/220Nm), 2.0L turbo petrol (135kW/270Nm), 2.0L turbo diesel (110kW/320Nm), 1.6L turbo petrol (130kW/250Nm) and 3.0L turbo petrol (240kW/450Nm). Available with 8 speed automatic or 6 speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2016 1 Series was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
2016 BMW 1 Series Price
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SPORT LINE
URBAN LINE
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $62,900 |
| 3.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $62,900 |
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2016 BMW 1 Series Specs
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2016 BMW 1 Series Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2016 BMW 1 Series Fuel Economy
There are 14 different fuel economy figures for the BMW 1 Series
The most fuel efficient BMW 1 Series is the 18d SPORT LINE with a 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L DIESEL TURBO F/INJ and uses 4.2L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The BMW 1 Series that uses the most amount of fuel is the M135i with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO MPFI and uses 8L of Premium Unleaded Petrol 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 Series | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 3.8 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 3.8 L/100km |
| 1.6L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
| 1.6L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.6 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 4.8 L/100km |
| 1.5L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 5.0 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 6.5 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series has a recommended service interval of 2 years or 25,000 km, whichever comes first.
2016 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.
BMW 1 Series FAQs
The cheapest BMW 1 Series is the 18i SPORT LINE that starts from $18,500.
The most expensive BMW 1 Series is the M140i that starts from $35,200.
The best towing capacity of a BMW 1 Series is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: 18i SPORT LINE, 20i SPORT LINE, 18i M SPORT, 18d SPORT LINE, 18d URBAN LINE, 20i URBAN LINE, 20i M SPORT, 18i URBAN LINE, 18d M SPORT, 25i M SPORT and 25i SPORT LINE.
The largest BMW 1 Series is the 18i SPORT LINE which measures 1765mm wide, 4324mm in length and sits 1421mm tall.
The most powerful BMW 1 Series is the M140i which has 250kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO MPFI engine.
The BMW 1 Series is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest BMW 1 Series is the 20i SPORT LINE which weighs 1945 kg (kerb weight).
The BMW 1 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded Petrol or Diesel.