The BMW 1-Series' solid motor makes it extremely captivating to drive, analysts stated, however it has pitiful trunk space and gets low mileage. The 2013 BMW 128i is controlled by a six-barrel motor that commentators said conveys lively speeding up. Both the 135i and 135is are fueled by a turbocharged six-chamber motor, and test pilots concurred that the two models are fast, particularly the all the more capable 135is. All models are accessible with either a six-speed manual transmission or a programmed transmission. With the programmed, the 2013 BMW 128i wins an EPA-evaluated 18/28 mpg city/roadway, which is low for the class. Analysts said the back-wheel drive 1-Series has energetic dealing with and is extremely enjoyable to drive, particularly the 135i and execution situated 135is. They included that the 1-Series has open directing and solid brakes. Most test pilots thought the 1-Series' ride is agreeable, yet some specified that 135i and 135is models can feel somewhat hardened, as they have brandish tuned suspensions. Commentators said the 2013 BMW 1-Series' lodge is worked with for the most part premium materials and has a basic outline. The 1-Series seats four, and as per commentators, most grown-ups will be agreeable in the front seats. A couple of commentators said that back seat headroom is missing, however others were satisfied with the general back seat space. The 2013 BMW 1-Series comes standard with Bluetooth, a USB port, an assistant info jack, HD Radio and power-flexible front seats. A Harman Kardon encompass sound framework, BMW's iDrive infotainment framework, route, satellite radio, cowhide upholstery and warmed front seats are accessible. Commentators said the iDrive framework is genuinely direct to utilize, particularly when combined with route. The 1-Series roadster has ten cubic feet of trunk space, and the convertible has eight cubic feet, both of which are low for the class.

The sound of the engine is beautiful, it purrs. The steering is smooth and at higher speeds stiffens to accommodate smoother driving. The horsepower is fun on such a small car.

The BMW 1 Series debuted for the 2008 model year and ran through 2013. It was available as either a two-door coupe or a convertible with a power-operated fabric roof that folds underneath a hard tonnoeau cover.