Base
1.6L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD
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BMW 1 Series Base (2006) price & specs
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Overview
The 2006 BMW 1 Series Base is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a E87. The BMW 1 Series is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $34,900 before on-road costs.
This BMW 1 Series is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 85 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 150 Nm of torque (at 4300 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. BMW claims the 1 Series Base uses 7.5L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 181g of CO2. It has a 53L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 707km per full tank
The BMW 1 Series measures 1430mm (56.3 inches) in height, 4227mm (166.4 inches) in length, 1751mm (68.9 inches) in width with a 2660mm (104.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1245kg (2744.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The 1 Series Base comes standard with 195/55 R16 front tyres and 195/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
68.27 - 141.82 kW/t
57.92 kW/t
141.82 kW/t
Boot Space
330 litres
302 litres
544 litres
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 9.4 L/100km
5.8 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Price
$34,900 - $65,800
$33,950
$74,090
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
1 year
3 years
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Dimensions
4,227 mm
1,751 mm
1,430 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,227 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,751 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
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Explore BMW 1 Series Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Emission Control Level Co2 Level Combined: 181
Engine
Engine Bore: 84
Engine Cc: 1596
Engine Compression Ratio: 10.2
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Liters: 1.6
Engine Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Number Of Valves Per Cylinder: 4
Engine Stroke: 72
Engine Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Engine Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Fuel Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type Octane No: 95
Fuel System
Fuel Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity Gal: 14
Fuel Tanks Main Capacity L: 53
Fuel Tanks Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
Computer
Computer Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer Average Speed: yes
Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer Range For Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined L100km: 7.5
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Combined Mpg: 31
Fuel Consumption Adr8102 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Adr8102 L100km: 7.5
Performance
Performance Acceleration0 To100 Km H: 10.9
Performance Maximum Speed Km H: 200
Performance Maximum Speed Mph: 124
Power
Power Maximum Power Hp Ps: 116
Power Maximum Power Kw: 85
Power Maximum Torque Nm: 150
Power Measurement Standard: EEC
Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4300
Drive
Drive Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Electronic Traction Control Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Transmission Description: Manual
Transmission Number Of Speeds: 6
Transmission Shift Lever Location: Floor
Transmission Type: Manual
Abs
Abs Four Wheel Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Disc Brakes Number Of: 4
Disc Brakes Number Of Ventilated Discs: 2
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Alternate Suspension Type: Sport
Suspension
Suspension Front Location: Front
Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Front Type: Strut
Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Rear Location: Rear
Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
Suspension Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Suspension Rear Type: Multi-Link
Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Wheels Tire Front Extra Load: ?
Wheels Tire Front Location: Front
Wheels Tire Front Profile: 55
Wheels Tire Front Speed Rating: H
Wheels Tire Front Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Front Width: 195
Wheels Tire Rear Extra Load: ?
Wheels Tire Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Tire Rear Profile: 55
Wheels Tire Rear Speed Rating: H
Wheels Tire Rear Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels Tire Rear Width: 195
Wheels
Wheels Front Covers: Full
Wheels Front Location: Front
Wheels Front Rim Diameter Inch: 16
Wheels Front Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Front Rim Width Inch: 6.5
Wheels Rear Covers: Full
Wheels Rear Location: Rear
Wheels Rear Rim Diameter Inch: 16
Wheels Rear Rim Type: Steel
Wheels Rear Rim Width Inch: 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: E87
Non Corrosive Body
Non Corrosive Body Location: Part
Non Corrosive Body Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Color: Painted
Front Location: Front
Rear Color: Painted
Rear Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down Cuft: 40.6
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down L: 1150
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window Cuft: 11.7
Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window L: 330
External Dimensions
External Dimensions Front Track In: 58.4
External Dimensions Front Track Mm: 1484
External Dimensions Overall Height In: 56.3
External Dimensions Overall Height Mm: 1430
External Dimensions Overall Length In: 166.4
External Dimensions Overall Length Mm: 4227
External Dimensions Overall Width In: 68.9
External Dimensions Overall Width Mm: 1751
External Dimensions Rear Track In: 58.9
External Dimensions Rear Track Mm: 1497
External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle Ft: 35.1
External Dimensions Wall To Wall Turning Circle Mm: 10700
External Dimensions Wheelbase In: 104.7
External Dimensions Wheelbase Mm: 2660
Internal Dimensions
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front In: 37.9
Interior Dimensions Headroom Front Mm: 963
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear In: 38.1
Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear Mm: 967
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front In: 55.4
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front Mm: 1407
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear In: 55.7
Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear Mm: 1414
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front In: 54.1
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front Mm: 1374
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear In: 52.8
Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear Mm: 1342
Doors
Doors Driver Location: Driver
Doors Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Passenger Location: Passenger
Doors Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Driver Location: Rear Driver
Doors Rear Driver Type: Front Hinged
Doors Rear Passenger Location: Rear Passenger
Doors Rear Passenger Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Doors Exterior Door Handles Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Headlight Control Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Halogen
Headlights Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Sunroof Front Location: Front
Sunroof Front Operation: Electric
Sunroof Front Type: Glass
Door Mirrors Cameras
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Location: Driver
Door Mirrors Cameras Driver Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Color: Painted
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Location: Passenger
Door Mirrors Cameras Passenger Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Electrically Foldable Mirrors Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Headlight Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Heat Reflective Glass
Heat Reflective Glass Location: ?
Power Windows
Power Windows Front Location: Front
Power Windows Front Number Of Express: 2
Power Windows Rear Location: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Intermittent Wipe: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Kg: 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked Lbs: 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Kg: 635
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked Lbs: 1400
Gross Vehicle Weight Kg: 1745
Gross Vehicle Weight Lbs: 3847
Published Kerb Weight Kg: 1245
Published Kerb Weight Lbs: 2745
Antenna
Antenna Type: Roof
Audio System
System Digital Cassette Mini Disc: yes
System In Dash Cd: yes
System Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Speaker Number Of Speakers: 6
Speaker Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Load Restraint Type: Hooks
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Type: Bluetooth
Cigar Lighter
Cigar Lighter Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Entertainment Display Screen
Ent Display Screen Front Screen Location: Front
Memorized Adjustment
Memorized Adjustment Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorized Adjustment Number Of Driver Seat Positions: 5
Parking Distance System
Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet12v
Power Outlet Boot Cargo Location12v: Boot/Cargo
Power Outlet Front Location12v: Front
Reading Lights
Reading Lights Front Location: Front
Reading Lights Rear Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Remote Trunk Hatch Release Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card Smart Key
Smart Card Smart Key Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Smart Card Smart Key Includes Radio Settings: yes
Smart Card Smart Key Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror Driver Location: Driver
Vanity Mirror Passenger Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Voice Activating System Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Voice Activating System Includes Audio Player: yes
Voice Activating System Includes Navigation System: yes
Voice Activating System Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
Crash Test Results Ancap Adult Occupant: 5
Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Front Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Front Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Front Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Head Restraints Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints Front Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Rear Seat Belts Center Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Center Seat Position: Centre
Rear Seat Belts Center Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Driver Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
Rear Seat Belts Driver Type: 3-Point
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Operation: Reel
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Side Airbag Front Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Front Seat Driver Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Height Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Driver Location: Driver
Front Seat Driver Reclining: yes
Front Seat Driver Type: Bucket
Front Seat Passenger Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seat Passenger Location: Passenger
Front Seat Passenger Reclining: yes
Front Seat Passenger Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Seating Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders Front Seats Type: Fixed
Seat Back Storage
Seat Back Storage Front Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Aircon Climate Control Number Of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Ventilation System Micro Filter: yes
Anti Theft Protection
Anti Theft Protection Interior Monitoring: yes
Anti Theft Protection Peripheral: yes
Anti Theft Protection Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Power Locks Includes Power Windows: yes
Power Locks Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Power Locks Operation: Remote
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