BMW 1 Series 2007–2013 car dimensions: 4360 mm long, 1748 mm wide and 1423 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,395 kg. Braked towing is 1,200 kg.
The cabin is a clear 2+2 layout with high-quality trims and a standard 60:40 split-folding rear backrest. Manual air conditioning is available from base levels, with automatic dual-zone climate control optional or standard on higher grades. Cruise control and Park Distance Control (rear or front/rear) are optional extras. Navigation systems bring an iDrive controller and colour display screen as an option. No automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, lane keep assist or reversing camera appear in the equipment lists.
Boot capacity is 370 litres. The standard 60:40 split rear seats give extra flexibility for longer loads under the fixed parcel shelf, with a near-flat floor when folded.
Braked towing capacity is 1200 kg and unbraked is 690 kg, with a 75 kg nose weight limit. Maximum payload sits at 440 kg on the DIN figures. Sports suspension is available via the M Sport package on selected grades.
The cabin is compact and driver-focused with a low seating position and supportive front seats that hold well in corners. Sports seats add adjustable side bolsters for better lateral support. Optional electric multi-way seats with memory make daily setup easy. Dual-zone climate control is available and keeps the snug 2+2 space comfortable. Build quality feels solid with soft-touch materials in key areas, though rear space is tight for adults on longer trips.
Combined fuel use 4.5 l/100 km manual or about 5.4 l/100 km automatic, with CO2 from 119 g/km.
Diesel particulate filter standard. EfficientDynamics includes Auto Start-Stop and Brake Energy Regeneration.
Condition Based Service monitors oil, brakes and filters for variable intervals up to around 30 000 km or 24 months.
Standard safety includes DSC with ABS, DTC, CBC and DBC plus front, side and curtain airbags for all seats, pretensioners and ISOFIX.
Run-flat tyres common. tyre pressure indicator standard.
The 118d diesel returns strong economy figures on the EU cycle, with combined consumption listed at 4.5 l/100 km for the manual and higher for automatic. Tank holds 51 litres. EfficientDynamics kit such as start-stop and brake energy recovery helps keep real-world use low for a rear-drive coupe.
Servicing follows BMW Condition Based Service. The system tracks actual wear on oil, front and rear brakes, microfilter and other items rather than fixed mileage alone. Typical oil service windows reach 30 000 km or two years depending on driving style. Brake fluid and other fluids follow the CBS prompts.
Safety kit is comprehensive for the era. DSC stability control with related brake and traction functions is standard, as are dual front airbags, front side airbags and head curtain airbags covering front and rear. Three-point belts with pretensioners and force limiters sit up front. ISOFIX mounts are fitted at the rear. The related 1 Series hatch earned five Euro NCAP stars. the coupe shares the same core structure and equipment.
Living with the car means watching the CBS display for service needs and keeping the DPF healthy with mixed driving. Parts and labour stay reasonable for a premium badge if you use independent specialists familiar with the N47 diesel. Regular oil changes shorter than the maximum CBS gap help longevity.
Length 4360 mm, Width 1748 mm, Height 1423 mm, Wheelbase 2660 mm (1 Series 2007–2013)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Media Information, Specifications BMW 1 Series Coupé, 118d, 120d, 123d, 2/2011, valid from 3/2011, press.bmwgroup.com attachment T0095893EN), The 118d manual column, with automatic figures in brackets.