BMW 1 series 2011 vs BMW 1 series 2008

 
BMW 1 series
2011 - 2013
BMW 1 series
2008 - 2011
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 3.0 Petrol3.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming chain

Performance

Power: 306 HP218 HP
Torque: 400 NM270 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.2 seconds6.4 seconds
BMW 1 series 2011 is more dynamic to drive.
BMW 1 series 2011 engine produces 88 HP more power than BMW 1 series 2008, whereas torque is 130 NM more than BMW 1 series 2008. Thanks to more power BMW 1 series 2011 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.57.9
Real fuel consumption: 10.5 l/100km10.1 l/100km
The BMW 1 series 2008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification BMW 1 series 2011 consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series 2008, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 1 series 2011 could require 90 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 1 series 2011 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series 2008.
Fuel tank capacity: 53 litres53 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 620 km in combined cycle670 km in combined cycle
790 km on highway890 km on highway
500 km with real consumption520 km with real consumption
BMW 1 series 2008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Ground clearance: 132 mm (5.2 inches)147 mm (5.8 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 1 series 2008 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 1 series 2008 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km380'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration: 9 years7 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 7 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW X3, BMW X6Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 1 series 2008 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.36 m4.36 m
Width: 1.75 m1.75 m
Height: 1.41 m1.42 m
Both cars are similar in size. BMW 1 series 2011 and BMW 1 series 2008 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity: 370 litres370 litres
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters10.7 meters
Gross weight (kg): 1`9101`870
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
average

average
Average price (€): 10 4006400
Pros and Cons: BMW 1 sērija has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • longer expected engine lifespan
BMW 1 sērija has
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • higher ground clearance
  • lower price
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