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2008 BMW 1 Series
The 2008 BMW 1 Series is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $40,000 for the Business variant and topping out at $92,500 for the M Sport variant.
There are 6 variants of the 1 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2004.
The 2008 1 Series was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the BMW 1 Series include 1.6L in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/150Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (95kW/180Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (105kW/300Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/350Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (95kW/180Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/200Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (150kW/400Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/340Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (115kW/200Nm) and 3.0L in-line 6-cylinder turbo (225kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual or 6-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $40,000 - $92,500†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Convertible, Coupe, or Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $40,000 - $92,500†
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Convertible, Coupe, or Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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BMW 1 Series
2008 BMW 1 Series
Features & Specs
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Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 BMW 1 Series
Available Variants
The BMW 1 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Business and the most expensive being M Sport.
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Power to Weight
64.39 - 100.33 kW/t
56.78 kW/t
119.64 kW/t
Boot Space
330 litres
275 litres
674 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.6 - 7.6 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
10.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
697 - 946 km
697 km
1,277 km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
150,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 years
1 year
6 years
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M Sport
2025
$68,900
M
2025
$97,900
Year
2025
Engine Type
1.5L Mhev
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Hatchback
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
4x4
Maximum Power
125 kW
233 kW
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2008 BMW 1 Series
Dimensions
4,227 mm
1,751 mm
1,430 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,227 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,751 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 BMW 1 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest BMW 1 Series is the Business variant that starts from $40,000.
See all BMW 1 Series PricingThe most expensive BMW 1 Series is the M Sport variant that starts from $92,500.
See all BMW 1 Series PricingThe best towing capacity of a BMW 1 Series is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Business, ES, Business M Sport, SE and Se M Sport.
See all BMW 1 Series towing capacityThe largest BMW 1 Series is the Business M Sport variant which measures 1848mm wide, 4239mm in length and sits 1421mm tall.
The most powerful variants with 225kW of power and 400nm of torque are the Se M Sport and M Sport variants.
The BMW 1 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest BMW 1 Series is the Se M Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2040 kg.
The BMW 1 Series may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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