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1 Series
2012 BMW 1 Series
Germany
Diesel
RWD
Hatchback
Updated Aug 26, 2026
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Specifications
Vehicle Details
Powertrain
Dimensions
Engine & Performance
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Interior
Features
Safety & Security
Other
Vehicle Details
Year
2012
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Body Style
Hatchback
Generation
F20
Seats
5
Doors
5
Fuel
Diesel
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic Manumatic
Manual, 6
8-speed
Powertrain
Engine Name
118d 5-door
Engine Configuration
Inline
Power (hp)
143 hp
Power (kW)
105 kW
Torque
300 Nm (221 lb-ft)
Top speed
212 km/h
(132 mph)
0–60 mph
8.5 seconds (estimated)
0–100 km/h
8.9 seconds
Displacement
1,995 cc
Dimensions
Length
4,324 mm
(170.2 in)
Width
1,765 mm
(69.5 in)
Height
1,421 mm
(55.9 in)
Wheelbase
2,690 mm
(105.9 in)
Curb weight
1,395 kg
(3,075 lb)
Engine & Performance
Engine
Engine Specification
Rev. at Max Power
4,000 rpm
Rev. at Max Torque
1,750 - 2,500 rpm
Engine Fluids
Synthetic Oil (viscosity)
0W-30
Engine Oil, Volume
5.2 litres
Engine Configuration
Bore
84 mm
(3.3 in)
Stroke
90 mm
(3.5 in)
Compression Ratio
16.5 :1
Engine Configuration
Inline
Turbocharger
Twin-turbo
Synchronization
Timing Chain
Engine Placement
Front
Engine Mount
Longitudinally
Type of Combustion Engine
Piston
Fuel System
Electronic Fuel Injection
Service Intervals
Oil Change & Engine Filter
30,000 km / 2 years
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission
Automatic Manumatic
Manual, 6
8-speed
Gear Ratio
1st Gear
4 – 4.71 :1
2nd Gear
2.11 – 3.14 :1
3rd Gear
1.38 – 2.11 :1
4th Gear
1 – 1.67 :1
5th Gear
0.78 – 1.29 :1
6th Gear
0.65 – 1 :1
7th Gear
0.84 :1
8th Gear
0.67 :1
Final Drive
2.65 – 3.08 :1
Reverse
3.3 – 3.65 :1
Brakes
Parking Brake
Manual
Lever
Front Brakes
Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes
Disc Brakes
Front Brakes
Diameter
284 mm
(11.2 in)
Width
22 mm
(0.9 in)
Cooling
Ventilated
Rear Brakes
Diameter
290 mm
(11.4 in)
Width
11 mm
(0.4 in)
Suspensions
Spring, Front
Coil
Spring, Rear
Coil
Suspension, Front
Independent
Double Wishbone
Suspension, Rear
Independent
Multi-link
Fuel
General
Tank Volume
52 litres
General › Fuel Cap Position
Rear
Right
Emission
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Emission Class
A
Fuel Consumption NEDC
City
5.1 - 5.5 litres / 100 km
Highway
3.6 – 3.7 - 3.9 – 4 litres / 100 km
Combined
4.1 – 4.2 - 4.5 litres / 100 km
Fuel Consumption EPA
City
55.4 MPG
Highway
76.3 – 78.5 MPG
Combined
67.3 – 68.9 MPG
Emission NEDC
CO₂, Combined
109 - 118 – 119 g/km
Dimensions & Weight
Exterior
Width, with Mirrors
1,984 mm
(78.1 in)
Track, Front
1,535 mm
(60.4 in)
Track, Rear
1,569 mm
(61.8 in)
Overhang, Front
765 mm
(30.1 in)
Overhang, Rear
869 mm
(34.2 in)
Turning Circle
10.9 m
Ground Clearance
140 mm
(5.5 in)
Interior
Head Room, Front
1,018 mm
(40.1 in)
Head Room, Rear
972 mm
(38.3 in)
Shoulder Room, Front
1,400 mm
(55.1 in)
Shoulder Room, Rear
1,417 mm
(55.8 in)
Weight
Gross Weight
1850 – 1875 - 1885 – 1915 kg
(4,156 – 4,222 lb)
Max Trailer Load, braked 12%
1,200 kg
(2,646 lb)
Max Trailer Load, braked 8%
1,200 kg
(2,646 lb)
Max Trailer Load, unbraked
690 kg
(1,521 lb)
Cargo Capacity
530 kg
(1,168 lb)
Max Roof Load
75 kg
(165 lb)
Max Towbar Download
75 kg
(165 lb)
Permitted Axle Load, front
855 kg
(1,885 lb)
Permitted Axle Load, rear
1,055 kg
(2,326 lb)
Exterior
Chassis & Body
Chassis
Chassis
Hatchback
Pillars
A-C
Chassis Construction
Unibody
Doors
Front Doors
Conventional
Rear Doors
Conventional
Equipment
Side Mirrors
Mirror Type
Conventional
Adjustments
Electrical
Heated
Optional
Turning Signal
Yes
House Colour
Same as Car
Side Mirrors › Adjustments
Driver side
Optional
Passenger side
Optional
Windscreen Wipers
Heated Washer Nozzles
Optional
Intermittent Control
Yes
Rear Wiper
Yes
Windscreen Wipers: Connector type, Front
Pinch Tab
Number of Windscreen Wipers, Front
2
Windows
Window Lifts, Front
Powered
Window Lifts, Rear
Powered
Heated Windows
Rear
Heat-Insulating Windows
Front
First Row
Second Row
Rear
Sun Visors
Optional
Tinted Windows
Optional
Windows › Window Lifts, Features
Pinch Protection
Driver
Passenger
Windows › Tinted Windows
Second Row
Optional
Rear Window
Optional
Other Equipment
Sunroof
Optional
Normal Roof
Yes
Spoiler
Optional
Antenna
Yes
Mud Flaps
Optional
Electric
Optional
Other Equipment › Mud Flaps
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Lights
Fog Lights
Optional
Fog Lights
Main Beam Assist
Optional
Adaptive Headlights
Optional
Dynamic Cornering Lights
Optional
Headlight Range Adjustment
Optional
Colour
Front
Yes
Rear
Yes
Rims & Tires
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Number of Bolts
5 pcs
Bolt Distance
120
Nut/Bolt Dimensions
M12x1.5
M14x1.25
Central Bore (CB), front
72.6
Central Bore (CB), rear
72.6
Fastening Type
Lug Bolts
Tightening Torque
140 Nm
Rim Type
Disc Wheel
Interior
Equipment
Instrument Cluster
Trip Computer
Yes
Tachometer
Analogue
Instrument Cluster › Trip Computer
Display
Yes
Climate Control
Air Condition
Yes
Outside Temperature Indicator
Yes
Connectivity
Radio
AM
FM
Media Format
CD
MP3
Bluetooth
Optional
Connectivity › Radio
DAB
Optional
Connectivity › Media Inputs
AUX
Yes
USB
Optional
Displays
Center Display
6.5 - 8.8"
Speakers
Total Number of Speakers
6 - 12 pcs
Speakers Max. Watt
205 - 360 W
Interior Storage › Storage Compartments
Armrest Hatch
Front
Door
Driver Side
Interior Storage
Cup Holders
Yes
Interior Storage › Cup Holders
Rear
2
Lights
Read Light
Optional
Guide Light
Entry Guard
Ambient Light
Optional
Selectable Light Colour
Optional
Lights › Read Light
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Lights › Guide Light
Footwell
Optional
Other Equipment
Make-up Mirror
Driver Side
Passenger Side
12V Outlet
Front
Carpets
Front
Cigarette Lighter
Optional
Other Equipment › Make-up Mirror
Make-up Light
Driver
Passenger
Steering Wheel
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Optional
Heated
Optional
Power Steering
Yes
Adjustments
Tilt
Telescope
Sport
Optional
Colour
Black
Steering Ratio
15 :1
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Media
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel › Media
Answer Phone
Yes
Trunk
Rear Trunk
Yes
Barrier Net/Grid
Optional
Flat Surface
Yes
Light
Yes
Hatch Opening Type
From Roof
Rear Trunk
Volume
360 litres
Volume, Back Seat Collapsed
1,200 litres
Design
Interior Decor Material
Plastic
Interior Decor Colour
Black
Interior Decor Colour
Stainless Steel
Optional
Seats
Front Seats › Adjustments, Driver
Seat Depth
Yes
Seat Height
Yes
Backrest Angle
Yes
Lumbar Support
Optional
Headrest, Height
Manual
Front Seats › Adjustments, Passenger
Seat Depth
Yes
Seat Height
Yes
Backrest Angle
Yes
Lumbar Support
Optional
Headrest, Height
Manual
Front Seats
Power Seat, Driver
Optional
Power Seat, Passenger
Optional
Heated Seats
Optional
Armrest
Optional
Second Seat Row
Collapsible
Manual
Number of Seats
3
Type of Seat
Adult
Second Seat Row › Headrests
Outer Seats
Height Adjustment
Features
Comfort Features
Keyless Entry
Optional
Keyless Start
Yes
Cruise Control
Optional
Speed Limiter
Optional
Cameras
Optional
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Cameras
Rear
Optional
Other Features
GPS
Optional
Start & Stop
Yes
Horn
Dual Note
Accessories
Tool Kit and Jack
Yes
Tire Repair Kit
Optional
Compressor
Optional
Fire Extinguisher
Optional
Warning Triangle
Yes
First Aid Kit
Yes
Trunk Modules
Optional
Bicycle Holder
Optional
Ski/Snowboard-bag
Optional
Safety & Security
Seat Belt
Height Adjustable Retractor
Yes
Rear Centre Seat Belt
Yes
Seat Belt Colour
Black
Feature
Driver
Passenger
Rear
Seat Belt Reminder
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Belt Pretensioner
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Belt Load Limiter
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
Yes
Height Adjustable Retractor
Manual
Yes
Type of Belt
Three-Point-Belt
Front Seats
Outer Rear Seats
Centre Rear Seat
Assist Systems
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Optional
Rear Collision Warning (RCW)
Optional
Lane Assist System
Optional
Speed Assist
Optional
Parking Assist
Optional
Sign Assist
Optional
Brake Systems
Power Brakes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Four-channel
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
Yes
Brake Energy Regeneration
Yes
Electronic Brake Assist (BA/EBA)
Yes
Brake Pad Wear Indicator
Yes
Sensors
Parking Sensors
Optional
Driver Alertness Warning (DAW)
Optional
Light Sensor
Optional
Rain Sensors
Optional
Parking Sensors
Front
Optional
Rear
Optional
Other Features
Immobiliser
Yes
Anti-theft Alarm
Optional
Central Locking
Remote
Child Safety Locks
Manual
Emergency Call
Optional
Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device
Yes
Immobiliser
Electronic
Yes
Safety Testing
General
Test Year
2012
Adult Occupant
91 %
Child Occupant
83 %
Vulnerable Road Users
63 %
Safety Assist
86 %
Overall
5/5 stars
Test Year
2011
Overall Score
36.33
ANCAP Safety Rating
5
Adult Occupant
Total Points
32.9 /38
Frontal Impact
15.4 /16
Lateral Impact
14.4 /16
Rear Impact
3 /4
Frontal Offset
15.45
Side Impact
15.88
Pole
2
Whiplash Protection (Assessment)
Not Assessed
Child Occupant
Total Points
40.8 /49
Safety Features
5 /13
CRS Installation Check
12 /12
Vulnerable Road Users
Total Points
22.6 /49
Pedestrian
16.6
0
6
Safety Assist
Speed Assistance (points)
0 /3
Lane Support (points)
0 /4
Seat Belt Reminders
3
Pedestrian
Protection (Assessment)
Acceptable
Teknikens Världs Moose Test
Test Year
2013
Speed
75 km/h
(47 mph)
Airbags
Feature
Driver
Passenger
Rear
Frontal Airbag
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Side Chest Airbag
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
-
Side Head Airbag
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Driver
Yes
Passenger
Yes
Rear
Yes
Child Protection
Isofix
Passenger: -
Rear: Yes
Other
Identification
VIN Location
Engine Compartment, Bulkhead
Right
Left Side Casing of Window
Yes
Pillar
B-Pillar, Left
B-Pillar, Right
Passenger Seat
Yes
Longerun Frame
Yes
On-board Diagnostic, Port Location
Steering Wheel, Lower Left
Car Classification
American Classification
Compact Car
British Classification
Small Family Car
Australian Classification
Small Car
European Segment
C-Segment
Car.info Classification
Medium Family Car
Spare Parts BETA
Bulb Types
Low Beam
D1S (xenon)
H7
Main Beam
H7
Bi-Xenon
D1S
Datyime Running Light
W3×16d (W21W)
Fog Light, Front
H8
Fog Light, Rear
BA15s (P21W)
Positioning-/Parking Lights, Front
BAX9s (H6W)
Rear/Brake Light
BA15s (P21W)
Reversing Light
BA15s (P21W)
Turn Indicators, Front
BAU15s (PY21W)
Turn Indicators, Rear
BAU15s (PY21W)
Read Light
W2.1×9.5d
Trunk
SV8.5 (C5W)
Awards
Golden Steering Wheel
Compact
2011
1 Series
Model
9 variants
€67,000
MSRP · EUR
8.9
Body
Hatchback
Variant
1 Series Standard
2004–2026
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F20
2012–2015
Year
2012
Powertrain
118d 5-door
Horsepower
143 hp
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Transmission
Automatic Manumatic | Manual, 6 | 8-speed
Diesel
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