2009 BMW 1-Series 135i Coupe

At a Glance

Pricing $29,000 - $40,575
Drive Types RWD
Engines 3.0l I6, 3.0l I6 T
Transmissions A6, M6
Fuel Economy 17-18 (city), 25-28 (highway)

Each successive generation of BMW's iconic 3-Series has grown in size and price, leaving the door open for a new entry-level model. BMW has introduced the 1-Series coupe and convertible to fill that opening. Compared to the 3-Series the 1-Series is about 9 inches shorter, 2 inches narrower and a couple hundred pounds lighter. The good news is that the same two six cylinder engines power the smaller car. A 230-bhp inline-six resides in the 128i, whereas a 300-bhp turbocharged version powers the 135i. A smaller car with the same power could make the choice between the two tough for prospective BMW buyers. Pricing starts at $29,000 for the 128i, which is about $6000 less than the 328i. Options add quickly to the price.

Model/Trim/Package Engine Original MSRP
128i 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) M6 RWD $29,000
128i 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) A6 RWD $30,325
128i Leather 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) M6 RWD $30,450
128i Leather 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) A6 RWD $31,775
128i Premium 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) M6 RWD $33,100
128i Premium 3.0l I6 (230-bhp) A6 RWD $34,425
135i 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) M6 RWD $35,850
135i 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) A6 RWD $37,175
135i Leather 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) M6 RWD $37,300
135i Leather 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) A6 RWD $38,625
135i Premium 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) M6 RWD $39,250
135i Premium 3.0l I6 T (300-bhp) A6 RWD $40,575