2013 BMW 1 Series: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The big change for the 2013 BMW 1 Series is the new 135is, a sharper 320-hp model with extra cooling, a louder exhaust, and M Sport upgrades. Otherwise, the 128i and 135i carry over without major changes.
About the 2013 BMW 1 Series
First-generation U.S. 1 Series coupe/convertible (E82 coupe, E88 convertible), final U.S. model year.
BMW positioned the 1 Series coupe and convertible as a compact, rear-wheel-drive driver’s car with seating for four, inline-six power, and a more direct, playful feel than larger luxury coupes. In BMW’s own language, it was the small car in the lineup that distilled the brand’s core formula: balanced handling, strong engine response, and a choice between a fixed-roof coupe or open-top convertible without moving up to a bigger 3 Series.
The 2013 lineup consists of small rear-wheel-drive coupes and convertibles, led by the balanced 230-hp 128i and the quicker 300-hp turbocharged 135i. The new 320-hp 135is is the most performance-focused version, with a sport suspension, upgraded cooling, a performance exhaust, sport seats, and distinctive black exterior trim. All three have a six-speed manual transmission and Bluetooth.
What changed, by category
2013 BMW 1 Series specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 3.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, SULEV, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Steptronic / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 7_Spd | Automatic, 7_Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18–19 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27–28 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 230 hp | 300 hp | 320 hp |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 8–10 cu-ft | 8–10 cu-ft | 8–10 cu-ft |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between the 2013 and 2012 BMW 1 Series?
The main difference is the addition of the 135is for 2013. It brings a 320-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine, extra cooling, a performance exhaust, a sport suspension, and M Sport design details; Bluetooth also becomes standard across the lineup.
What is special about the 2013 BMW 135is?
The 2013 BMW 135is is the most performance-focused regular 1 Series of the year. It has 320 hp, a louder performance exhaust, upgraded cooling, a sport suspension, revised traction and stability settings, sport seats, and unique black exterior trim.
Did the BMW 128i and 135i receive major changes for 2013?
No, the 128i and 135i did not receive major model-range changes for 2013. The notable lineup-wide update is that Bluetooth became standard.
Is the 2013 BMW 1 Series the final U.S. model year for the coupe and convertible?
Yes, 2013 is the final U.S. model year for this generation of the BMW 1 Series coupe and convertible. BMW did not offer a 2014 1 Series coupe or convertible in the U.S. market.
Which 2013 BMW 1 Series model has the most power?
The 135is has the most power in the 2013 BMW 1 Series lineup, with 320 hp. The 135i has 300 hp, while the 128i has 230 hp.