Comparison
1 Series M135i xDrive (Melbourne Red Metallic) vs 1 Series M140i (2015)
Head-to-head across 1 brand(s). Differing rows are highlighted; ▲ marks the best value in a row.
| Specification |  BMW · 2026 1 Series M135i xDrive Melbourne Red Metallic Remove |  BMW · 2015 1 Series M140i (2015) Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Brand | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 1 Series | 1 Series |
| Variant / Trim | M135i xDrive | M140i |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Vehicle class | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Model year | 2026▲ best | 2015 |
| Powertrain | ICE | ICE |
| Segment | C | C |
| Seating capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Country of origin | Germany | Germany |
| Availability | On sale | Discontinued |
| Colors | ||
| Exterior colors | Melbourne Red Metallic | Alpine White, Black Sapphire Metallic, Estoril Blue Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic |
| Powertrain & Performance | ||
| Engine type | B48 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | B58 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo |
| Displacement | 1,998 cc | 2,998 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Max power | 306 hp | 340 hp▲ best |
| Max torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm▲ best |
| Transmission | 8-speed Steptronic Sport | 8-speed Steptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.8 s | 4.6 s▲ best |
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 7.6 L/100km▲ best | 8 L/100km |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4,319 mm | 4,324 mm |
| Width | 1,799 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,434 mm | 1,421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,690 mm▲ best |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,560 kg | 1,520 kg |
| Boot capacity | 380 L▲ best | 360 L |
| Fuel tank | 40 L | 52 L▲ best |
| Chassis, Wheels & Brakes | ||
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Solid discs | Solid discs |
| Wheel size | 18 in | 18 in |
| Tyre size | 225/40 R18 | 225/40 R18 |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Upholstery | Leather | Leather |
| Climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Automatic climate control |
| Panoramic roof | — | — |
| Wireless charging | ✓ | — |
| Infotainment & Connectivity | ||
| Central screen | 10.25 in▲ best | 6.5 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | No |
| Android Auto | Wireless | No |
| Speakers | 12 | 12 |
| Safety & ADAS | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ADAS level | L2 | L1 |
| Adaptive cruise control | ✓ | — |
| Auto emergency braking | ✓ | ✓ |
| 360° camera | ✓ | — |
| Parking sensors | Front & rear | Front & rear |
| ISOFIX points | 2 | 2 |
| Tyre-pressure monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty & Ownership | ||
| Vehicle warranty (years) | 3 yr | 3 yr |
| Vehicle warranty (distance) | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |