Do BMW 1 Series have issues?

A number of 1 Series that are fitted with an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) module could have an issue with it leaking. In extreme circumstances, it could cause a fire, so affected cars should be inspected by a BMW dealer to find out if it needs replacing.

Is the BMW 1 Series a reliable car?

In the 2020 What Car? Reliability Survey, BMW finished a fair way above Audi, Mercedes and Volkswagen, in joint (with Mazda) 9th place out of the 31 manufacturers sampled. And the 1 Series itself also proved to be one of the more reliable cars in the family car class.

Is a BMW 1 Series expensive to maintain?

Are BMWs expensive to repair? The general consensus amongst mechanics and drivers is yes, BMWs are expensive to repair. The BMW 5 Series cost an average of £585 per year to maintain, while the BMW 1 Series came in at £518, followed by the BMW 3 Series at £486.

Why does BMW 1 Series lose power?

On the Bmw Serie 1 there are diesel or petrol engines. So for example if your engine is not supplied with sufficient fuel, this could be the cause of a loss of engine power.

Is BMW 116i a good car?

The BMW 1 Series 116i is the best 1 Series for private buyers. The diesels cost more money to buy and around town they will return a worse fuel economy than smaller, petrol powered counterparts. Both of those cars however look sharper, and a 1.4 TFSI S Line A3 and M Sport 116i are near enough the same price.

Is BMW 1 Series good for first car?

BMW 1 Series The entry-level 1 Series was launched in 2004. An entry-level ‘Beamer’ is a perfect premium car for the young driver and will more than likely spark a lasting relationship with the BMW brand.

Why is BMW servicing so expensive?

Yourmechanic.com rank BMW as the top for most costly car brand to maintain. BMW’s are naturally going to cost more to maintain than, say, a Nissan, because they cost more initially. Their parts are more expensive and they might be more complicated to repair. This can bump the price of maintenance up.

What is the difference between a BMW 1 Series and 2 Series?

As for safety technology, the 2 Series offers a measurable lead over the 1 Series. For example, the 1 Series only offers rear parking sensors, while the 2 Series boasts front and rear sensors. The 2 Series also offers a forward-collision alert system with automatic braking, which isn’t available in the 1 Series.

Why does my BMW keep losing power?

A loss of power, the sudden loss of propulsion while driving, could be caused by a problem in your exhaust system. If you have bad cylinders or misfiring spark plugs, it can consume the power that your car needs to function properly.

What does the yellow triangle mean on my BMW?

on the key pad hit menu then on the screen you’ll go vehicle status>check control and itll read all messages that cause the triangle. yellow usually just means a message that is not urgent i.e low fuel and or tire pressure and read is more urgent like door open or no seatbelt.

Is BMW 1 Series A woman’s car?

Bog standard one is a proper girls car, always see women driving them.

Are there any problems with the BMW 1 series?

Here is a list of common 1 series problems with solutions that most people have found to work. This is a common problem with the petrol engines. The problem is down to a faulty Bosch Coil Pack. Indications that you may have this problem are: BMW have released an ‘enhancement pack’ which BMW will fit for free most of the time.

Is there a BMW 1 Series convertible Forum?

Welcome to the BMW 1 Series Coupe Forum / 1 Series Convertible Forum (1M / tii / 135i / 128i / Coupe / Cabrio / Hatchback) (BMW E82 E88 128i 130i 135i). Welcome to BIMMERPOST, the ultimate BMW forum and community!

Why is MY BMW 1 series Burning more oil?

1 series m sport difference? Outside temperature sensor location? Time from production to dealer? Why is my car burning more oil than usual? No registered users viewing this page.

What are the most common problems with BMWs?

Worst Reported BMW Problems #1: Engine Failure 2013 X3 Average Cost to Fix: $6,500 #2: Stalled While Driving 2011 X5 Average Cost to Fix: $7,000 #3: High Temperature 2007 335 Average Cost to Fix: $4,500