BMW 1 Series Base (2009) price & specs

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    Overview

    The 2009 BMW 1 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E87. The BMW 1 Series is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $46,790 before on-road costs.

    This BMW 1 Series is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 125 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 340 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 1 Series Base uses 4.8L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 128g of CO2. It has a 51L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1063km per full tank

    The BMW 1 Series measures 1421mm (55.9 inches) in height, 4239mm (166.9 inches) in length, 1748mm (68.8 inches) in width with a 2660mm (104.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1380kg (3042.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The 1 Series Base comes standard with 205/50 R17 front tyres and 205/50 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.

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    Power to Weight
    76.41 - 151.52 kW/t
    55.07 kW/t
    240.98 kW/t
    Boot Space
    260 - 370 litres
    112 litres
    455 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    7.9 - 9.8 L/100km
    5.3 L/100km
    16.6 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    564 - 671 km
    484 km
    1,132 km
    Price
    $52,900 - $83,164
    $42,460
    $426,128
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    1 year
    4 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    20,000 km
    Unlimited

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    Dimensions

    4,239 mm
    1,748 mm
    1,421 mm
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,239 mm
    Overall Width1,748 mm
    Overall Height1,421 mm
    Wheelbase2,660 mm
    Load Capacity500 mm

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    Base

    2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, RWD

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    Compressor

    Compressor: Turbo

    Emission Control Level

    CO2 Level (Combined): 128
    Standard Met: EU4

    Engine

    Bore Engine: 84
    Engine (cc): 1995
    Compression Ratio: 16
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine Code: M47d20
    Engine (L): 2
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
    Stroke Engine: 90
    Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam

    Fuel

    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
    Fuel Type: Diesel

    Fuel System

    Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail

    Fuel Tanks

    Main Capacity Gal: 13.5
    Main Capacity (L): 51
    Main Fuel Type: Diesel
    Main Type: Total

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    Computer

    Average Fuel Consumption: yes
    Average Speed: yes
    Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
    Range for Remaining Fuel: yes

    Fuel Consumption

    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.8
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 49
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02

    Fuel Economy

    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.8

    Performance

    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.6

    Power

    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
    Maximum Power (kW): 125
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750

    Drive

    Driven Wheels: Rear

    Electronic Traction Control

    Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management

    Transmission

    Description: Manual
    Number of Speeds: 6
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual

    ABS

    Location: 4-Wheel

    Disc Brakes

    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4

    Steering Wheel

    Height Adjustment: yes
    Multi Function: yes
    Telescopic Adjustment: yes
    Type: Leather Covered

    Suspension

    Location: Front
    Front Spring Type: Coil
    Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Front Type: Strut
    Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
    Location: Rear
    Rear Spring Type: Coil
    Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
    Rear Type: Multi-Link
    Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent

    Tires

    Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
    Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
    Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205

    Wheels

    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7

    Body Style

    Body Type: Hatchback
    Driver Location: RHD
    Local Body Type: Hatchback
    Platform Code: E87

    Non-Corrosive Body

    Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
    Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised

    Bumpers

    Front Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Front
    Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
    Location: Rear

    Cargo Capacity

    Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.6
    Rear Seat Down (L): 1150
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.7
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 330

    External Dimensions

    Front Track (in): 58.4
    Front Track (mm): 1484
    Overall Height (in): 55.9
    Overall Height (mm): 1421
    Overall Length (in): 166.9
    Overall Length (mm): 4239
    Overall Width (in): 68.8
    Overall Width (mm): 1748
    Rear Track (in): 58.9
    Rear Track (mm): 1497
    Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
    Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
    Wheelbase (in): 104.7
    Wheelbase (mm): 2660

    Internal Dimensions

    Front Headroom (in): 38
    Front Headroom (mm): 966
    Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
    Rear Headroom (mm): 969
    Front Hip Room (in): 56
    Front Hip Room (mm): 1423
    Rear Hip Room (in): 55.7
    Rear Hip Room (mm): 1414

    Doors

    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Rear Driver
    Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Rear Passenger
    Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged

    Rear Door

    Type: Lifting Gate

    Headlight Control

    Dusk Sensor: yes
    Internal Height Adjustment: yes

    Headlights

    Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
    Lens Type: Complex Surface

    Paint

    External Colour: red
    Type: Gloss

    Door Mirrors/Cameras

    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable

    Power Windows

    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
    Rear Electric Windows: Rear

    Rear View Mirror Camera

    Auto Dimming: yes

    Windshield Wipers

    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
    Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes

    Weights

    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 705
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1554
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1880
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4145
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1380
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3042

    Antenna

    Type: Diversity

    Audio System

    In-Dash CD: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm

    Speakers

    Number of Speakers: 6

    Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf

    Type: Rigid

    Load Restraint

    Type: net

    Parking Distance System

    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Sensor

    Power Outlet 12V

    Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
    Location (12V): Front

    Reading Lights

    Location: Front
    Location: Rear

    Remote Trunk Hatch Release

    Operation: Remote Control

    Smart Card/Smart Key

    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Includes Radio Settings: yes
    Type: Manual

    Vanity Mirror

    Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Location: Passenger

    Luxury Trim

    Centre Floor Console: Titanium Look
    Doors: Titanium Look
    Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    Instrument Panel: Titanium Look

    Crash Test Results

    ANCAP Adult Occupant: 5
    ANCAP Standard: Ancap

    Front Airbag

    Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger

    Front Seat Belts

    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point

    Head Restraints

    Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Number: 2
    Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
    Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
    Rear Seats Number: 3

    Rear Seat Belts

    Center Operation: Reel
    Center Seat Position: Centre
    Center Type: 3-Point
    Driver Operation: Reel
    Driver Seat Position: Driver
    Driver Type: 3-Point
    Passenger Operation: Reel
    Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
    Passenger Type: 3-Point

    Side Airbag

    Location: Front

    Side Curtain Airbag

    Location: Front And Rear

    Front Seat

    Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
    Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
    Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
    Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
    Driver Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
    Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
    Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
    Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports

    Seat Upholstery

    Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    Main Seat Material: Cloth

    Seating

    Capacity: 5

    Cup Holders

    Location: Front Seats
    Front Seats Type: Fixed

    Seat Back Storage

    Location: Front

    Air Conditioning

    Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
    Fully Automated Climate Control: yes

    Ventilation System

    Digital Display: yes
    Micro Filter: yes

    Power Locks

    Includes Power Windows: yes
    Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
    Operation: Remote

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