Overview
The 2011 BMW 1 Series Coupe is a subcompact coupe offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $29,450. For that price, it competes indirectly with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe, the Audi TT Coupe, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe. Between 2 trims, the BMW 1 Series Coupe offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 3.0L Inline-6 engine capable of making 230 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 300-horsepower-making 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 engine. Both engines are mated to a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. However, the former engine can also be connected to an optional 6-speed automatic transmission whereas the latter also offers a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. With standard transmission, the 1 Series Coupe reaches 60 mph from zero in 6.1 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.1 seconds with the 3.0L Turbo Inline-6 engine. Depending on the powertrain and transmission, the 1 Series can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 23 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 13 striking colors the BMW 1 Series Coupe comes in really pull you towards itself.
