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2008 BMW 1-Series Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 171.7 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 3571 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
2008 BMW 1-Series 2-door Coupe Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 128i | 135i |
| Standard Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6500 200 lb-ft@2750 | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/50HR17 tires | 215/40WR18 tires (front) 245/35WR18 tires (rear) |
| Optional Tires | 205/50HR17 tires | |
| 205/50VR17 tires (front) 225/45VR17 tires (rear) |
2008 BMW 1-Series 2-door Convertible Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | 128i | 135i |
| Standard Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6500 200 lb-ft@2750 | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 205/55HR16 tires | 215/40WR18 tires (front) 245/35WR18 tires (rear) |
| Optional Tires | 205/50HR17 tires | |
| 205/50VR17 tires (front) 225/45VR17 tires (rear) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
300 horsepower (and 400 horsepower with the added DINAN software upgrade) is unbelieveable! see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Smooth linear power for a turbo vehicle. Tons of torque, easy to modify for additional performance gains. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Creamy power on demand, push it and it GOES. Very few cars on the road today can keep up with it. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Smooth delivery see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Light weight helps powerful engine give real sense of quickness and ability to cruise. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Powerful see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Just feels great. nice and tight. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is a lot of low end torque, making it a great daily driver. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Smooth and fast see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
The car is lighting fast; The twin turbo engine is one of the best on the planet and the manual trans is a dream; This is a sports car in a coupe body. see full BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
None of our members have yet commented on the tires of the 2008 BMW 1-Series.
2008 BMW 1-Series MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 2dr Coupe | 128i | 28,600 | 26,490 | 825 |
| 2dr Coupe | 135i | 34,900 | 32,290 | 825 |
| 2dr Convertible | 128i | 33,100 | 30,630 | 825 |
| 2dr Convertible | 135i | 39,100 | 36,150 | 825 |
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