BMW 1 Series E81 (2007-2011)

Worst car ever!!! – We bought this car in 2007. It started leacking engine oil from the very begining but we were told the truth (by BMW) in 2010 just after its warrenty was expired. Then the gearbox sterted leaking a couple of years later. BMW charged us $2500 to fix both leakings. Few months later the engine started leacking again but this time from the bottom. I… Read more

was given a quote for $1100 to get the second leackage fixed. I waited for a while and went back to get the job done. The quote went up to $4000. when i asked why, they said the engine is leaking from everywhere now. What? Am I driving a BMW or a crappy low rating car? we bought it new and paid a bit mor than $50K for it. BMW blames the driver but I blame BMW and its poor quality. This car is 10 years old but it has only done about 100K. it is mostly driven by my wife (50+) who is a very good driver and never had any traffic offences. This is the worst car we have ever had! Based on this experience we will never ever buy a BMW again and I don't recommend it to anyone... even to my enemies!

annoyed – I have the 2007 120i e87 auto. issue i've had blown bulbs. its like every few months front bulbs would blow whether it was the parkers or the h7 bulbs but one at the time, That was annoying! oil would be burning - seems a common problem. later found out i have a leak. No puddles but that means you get to put in new oil every month :) Horn is… Read more

now NOT working??? no fuses blown, took the front bumper off all connected. Brought $10 ebay horn wired them in and it works. Took it to BMW quoted $500 to repair!!!

I now have a baby, so it very tight for us. Bugaboo Pram just fits and baby seat, the only luggage space i have is the front seats (wife sits with the bub at the back).

This car is really for couples, handles great and firm so you dont feel like your in a boat.

love the auto lock and remote open and close window features and the sunroof. Feels solid and it is a status car.

Car is now a write off upgrading to family friendly vehicle.

Luv it – Best handling ever for such amount of money. Very economy and cheap spare parts. You need a runway to enjoy it, only thing to have don't start race everyone as it will attract u to. Just need to have w speed tyres to be in safe God bless BMW ALWAYS  Show details

Ok for city living – We have had this car for 3 years now and don't really like it, but it does the job. You feel all the bumps in the road with this car. It's a bit pokey (the Hyundai which looks like it is much more roomier). Every time some red warning light is flashing in the car that is another $1000-$2000 we got to pay to get it fixed!! Not cheap. We appreciate… Read more

the car much more when we can squeeze into a tight car spot! Small, strong car (in accidents), easy to park Hard suspension, expensive servicing

Lovely car! – I owned a BMW Series 118d Sports hatch when I lived in Europe and loved it. It's a really great car, which makes you enjoy driving to work. The start-stop system works great, and will automatically switch off the engine when you're in traffic. As soon as you touch the clutch the engine turns on automatically again. Really regret I didn't ship this… Read more

car over when we moved to Australia, as they are way too expensive here!! :-(

Some options I really enjoyed:

- sunroof

- cruise control

- cupholders :-) (yes, this is an option for BMW!)

Too expensive in Australia!!

Terrible – Shocking value, poorly put together. Service costs are high - $160 for windscreen wiper blades as an example. Dealers don't care as they are more interested in the top end of town. Buy an AUDI or the like. The concept of a BMW in a hatch. Bluetooth, etc. Overpriced with poor resale value. The reliability is shocking. For the first 6 months BMW had the car for longer than I did - windscreen leaks, window issues, road noise. Show details

Excellent – Had 2005 model for over a year, no problems. The servicing I have had has not been near as expensive as I expected (though I didn't go to a BMW dealership). Not very powerful in automatic but is more than adequate for your every day driving. Nice and quiet on the highway. Nice, quiet and refined. Excellent handling. Ride is a little firm on some crappy roads but that is a trade off with the good handling. Show details

Good – Excellent. Have had mine for six months now, very reliable, great fuel consumption, looks great, has a great ride. Got it through broker for $5k less than caryards so shop around to get a good deal. BMW for entry-level price and low kms is difficult to find, the BMW 1 series offers this. Fun to drive! Full leather interior, electric sunroof, great… Read more

turning circle, acceleration, looks Windscreen breaks if you let the windscreen wiper drop onto the screen, 2nd cup holder covered by arm rest

Excellent – A fantastic small car with just the right amount of bells and whistles. Overall I've had no problems with it after 5000km and I could be happier with my investment. Pleasure to drive, good fuel economy, great turning circle Minor body creaks when panels are heating and cooling down Show details

Tires – The tire size of the back and front are different. They are run flat tires and no spare is required. Due to the soft compound used you require new tires every 20000 km. One set $1600. Not cheap. Reliable and safe. Good design. Cost of service and repair. Show details