These are standard specifications for the 2012 BMW 1 Series, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 8 Automatic Steptronic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD |
| Production Years for Series : | 2012 - |
| Price : | MSRP: $30,950-43,800 Invoice: $28,475-40,295 |
| Weight : | 2844 lbs | 1290.017 kg |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 8.5 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 210 km/h | 130.515 mph |
Engine & Transmission
| Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1598 cc | 97.5 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 134 HP (98.698 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 162 Ft-Lbs (220 NM) @ 1350 RPM |
| Bore : | 85.8 mm | 3.378 in. |
| Stroke : | 77.0 mm | 3.031 in. |
| Compression : | 10.5 |
| Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 105 HP (77.28 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 236 Ft-Lbs (320 NM) @ 1750 RPM |
| Bore : | 90.0 mm | 3.543 in. |
| Stroke : | 84.0 mm | 3.307 in. |
| Compression : | 16.5 |
| Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 114 HP (83.897 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 1750 RPM |
| Bore : | 90.0 mm | 3.543 in. |
| Stroke : | 84.0 mm | 3.307 in. |
| Compression : | 16.5 |
| Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1598 cc | 97.5 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 168 HP (123.376 KW) @ 4800 RPM |
| Torque : | 184 Ft-Lbs (250 NM) @ 1500 RPM |
| Bore : | 85.8 mm | 3.378 in. |
| Stroke : | 77.0 mm | 3.031 in. |
| Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
| Power : | 181 HP (133.245 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 280 Ft-Lbs (380 NM) @ 1750 RPM |
| Bore : | 90.0 mm | 3.543 in. |
| Stroke : | 84.0 mm | 3.307 in. |
| Compression : | 16.5 |
6 Manual , 8 Automatic Steptronic
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BMW of North America, LLC |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 23V707000 |
| Summary | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2010-2012 1 Series Coupe, 1 Series Convertible, 3 Series Sedan, 3 Series Convertible, 2010-2011 3 Series Sportswagon, 3 Series Coupe, 5 Series Sedan, X3 xDrive 28i, X3 xDrive 30i, X5 xDrive30i, and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The aluminum bolts that secure the housing for the variable camshaft timing adjustment (VANOS) unit can loosen over time and possibly break. |
| Consequence | Loose or broken VANOS unit bolts can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the four VANOS bolts, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Data updated June 2024
2012 Averages
| Avg. Home : | $263,200 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.55 |
| Total Car Production : | 10,335,765 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2012 BMW 1 Series?
Q: How fast is the 2012 BMW 1 Series? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series has a top speed of 210 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 BMW 1 Series? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series has a wheelbase size of 105.91 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2012 BMW 1 Series? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series has a length of 170.24 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2012 BMW 1 Series? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series has a width of 69.49 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 BMW 1 Series? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series was a Hatchback Sedan.Q: How much did the 2012 BMW 1 Series cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series had an MSRP of $30,950 - $$43,800 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2012 BMW 1 Series have? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series had the following engine options: Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (1598 cc | 97.5 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 134 HP (98.698 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 162 Ft-Lbs (220 NM) @ 1350 RPM Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 105 HP (77.28 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 236 Ft-Lbs (320 NM) @ 1750 RPM Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 114 HP (83.897 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 1750 RPM Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (1598 cc | 97.5 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 168 HP (123.376 KW) @ 4800 RPM and 184 Ft-Lbs (250 NM) @ 1500 RPM Twin-turbocharged Inline 4 (1995 cc | 121.7 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 181 HP (133.245 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 280 Ft-Lbs (380 NM) @ 1750 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2012 BMW 1 Series have? A: The 2012 BMW 1 Series had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 8 speed Automatic Steptronic.
