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Overview
The 2008 BMW 1 Series Business is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The BMW 1 Series is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $56,000 before on-road costs.
This BMW 1 Series is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 115 kW of power (at 6400 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 3600 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 1 Series Business uses 6.2L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 194g of CO2. It has a 53L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 855km per full tank
The BMW 1 Series measures 1411mm (55.6 inches) in height, 4360mm (171.7 inches) in length, 1748mm (68.8 inches) in width with a 2660mm (104.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1505kg (3318.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 1 Series Business comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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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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Dimensions
4,360 mm
1,748 mm
1,411 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,360 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,748 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,411 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm |
| Load Capacity | 365 mm |
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Explore BMW 1 Series Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
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 Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 194
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84
Engine (cc): 1995
Compression Ratio: 12
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: N43b20o0
Engine (L): 2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14
Main Capacity (L): 53
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
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): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 222
Maximum Speed (mph): 138
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 156
Maximum Power (kW): 115
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Code: I
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
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
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: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
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 Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
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): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: E87
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Rear Window: yes
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim Around Windshield: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 260
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 58.3
Front Track (mm): 1480
Overall Height (in): 55.6
Overall Height (mm): 1411
Overall Length (in): 171.7
Overall Length (mm): 4360
Overall Width (in): 68.8
Overall Width (mm): 1748
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1513
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): 38.6
Front Headroom (mm): 980
Rear Headroom (in): 37
Rear Headroom (mm): 940
Front Hip Room (in): 56
Front Hip Room (mm): 1423
Rear Hip Room (in): 43
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1092
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 42.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1072
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 680
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1499
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1870
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4123
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1505
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3318
Antenna
Type: Fixed Mast
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Titanium
Doors: Titanium
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Titanium
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: 2
Rear Seat Belts
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
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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