BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88)
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BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i · Stage 3vsBMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i · Stage 2vsBMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i · Stage 1vsBMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i
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Comparison overview
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BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.3 s
- Fastest top speed313 km/h194 mph
- Most powerful459 hp342 kW
- Highest torque620 Nm457 lb-ft
- Lightest1,600 kg3,527 lb
- Best power-to-weight287 hp/t214 kW/t3.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption11.8 L/100 km19.9 mpg US23.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range616 km383 mi
- Largest trunk260 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score86/100
- Best economy score84/100
- Best practicality score43/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp |
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| Power | 459hp342kW+153 hp | 398hp297kW+92 hp | 361hp269kW+55 hp | 306hp228kW |
| Torque | 620Nm457lb-ft+220 Nm | 540Nm398lb-ft+140 Nm | 488Nm360lb-ft+88 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb | 1,600kg3,527lb |
| Gross weight | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb | 2,040kg4,497lb |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 67.0s99% target: 310 km/h / 193 mph-10.6 s Calculated | 73.0s99% target: 295 km/h / 183 mph-4.6 s Calculated | 76.8s99% target: 285 km/h / 177 mph-0.8 s Calculated | 77.7s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3s-1.2 s | 4.7s-0.8 s | 5.0s-0.5 s | 5.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.6s-7.6 s Calculated | 14.6s-5.7 s Calculated | 16.1s-4.1 s Calculated | 20.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.1s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.7s-0.5 s Calculated | 5.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK | 8.6L/100 km27.4mpg US32.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.1s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.7s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.0s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 287hp/t214kW/t130hp/1000 lb Calculated | 249hp/t185kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 226hp/t168kW/t102hp/1000 lb Calculated | 191hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 388Nm/t259lb-ft/ton Calculated | 338Nm/t226lb-ft/ton Calculated | 305Nm/t204lb-ft/ton Calculated | 250Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 616km383mi Calculated | 616km383mi Calculated | 616km383mi Calculated | 616km383mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in | 2,979cc182cu in |
| Length | 4,360mm172in | 4,360mm172in | 4,360mm172in | 4,360mm172in |
| Width | 1,748mm69in | 1,748mm69in | 1,748mm69in | 1,748mm69in |
| Height | 1,411mm56in | 1,411mm56in | 1,411mm56in | 1,411mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,660mm105in | 2,660mm105in | 2,660mm105in | 2,660mm105in |
| Front track | 1,474mm58in | 1,474mm58in | 1,474mm58in | 1,474mm58in |
| Rear track | 1,507mm59in | 1,507mm59in | 1,507mm59in | 1,507mm59in |
| Ground clearance | 140mm6in | 140mm6in | 140mm6in | 140mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 260L | 260L | 260L | 260L |
| Max trunk volume | 305L | 305L | 305L | 305L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 53L | 53L | 53L | 53L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 2) 398 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 1) 361 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i 306 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 5,800 rpm | 1,200-5,000 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 5,800 rpm | 1,200-5,000 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 5,800 rpm | 1,200-5,000 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 5,800 rpm | 1,200-5,000 rpm | 6,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.1 s | 4.5 s | 4.7 s | 5.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.6 s | 14.6 s | 16.1 s | 20.2 s |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.7 s | 5.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.0 s | 8.3 s | 8.6 s | 8.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.3 s | 10.7 s | 11.0 s | 11.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.1 s | 12.7 s | 13.0 s | 13.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 196 km/h 122 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph | 180 km/h 112 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 398 hp 297 kW |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 361 hp 269 kW |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp has 153 hp more than BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i 306 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i 306 hp and BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp: 153 hp (114 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 4.3 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 4.7 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 5.0 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 5.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp and BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i 306 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 2) 398 hp and BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 1) 361 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 249 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 191 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 616 km 383 mi |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 616 km 383 mi |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 616 km 383 mi |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 616 km 383 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW | 4.3 s | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 398 hp 297 kW | 4.7 s | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 361 hp 269 kW | 5.0 s | 288 km/h 179 mph |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 5.5 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp |
| 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp |
| 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp |
| 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp |
| 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 5.5 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | 249 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
| BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | 191 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 3)459 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 2)398 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i (Stage 1)361 hp | BMW1 Series Convertible (E88)135i306 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 459 hp 342 kW | 398 hp 297 kW | 361 hp 269 kW | 306 hp 228 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | 540 Nm 398 lb-ft | 488 Nm 360 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 288 km/h 179 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | 1,600 kg 3,527 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km 27.4 mpg US 32.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 616 km 383 mi | 616 km 383 mi | 616 km 383 mi | 616 km 383 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 260 L 9.2 cu ft | 260 L 9.2 cu ft | 260 L 9.2 cu ft | 260 L 9.2 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 287 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 249 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 226 hp/t 168 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 191 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp | BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 2) 398 hp | BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 1) 361 hp | BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i 306 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK | 8.6 L/100 km27.4 mpg US32.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.05 LC100 km | 15.05 LC100 km | 15.05 LC100 km | 15.05 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 24.22 LC100 mi | 24.22 LC100 mi | 24.22 LC100 mi | 24.22 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,290 L341 US gal284 UK gal | 1,290 L341 US gal284 UK gal | 1,290 L341 US gal284 UK gal | 1,290 L341 US gal284 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,258 LC/year | 2,258 LC/year | 2,258 LC/year | 2,258 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 3) 459 hp
- Has 61 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 38 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
BMW 1 Series Convertible (E88) 135i (Stage 2) 398 hp
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