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BMW 135

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  • 2dr Cpe 135i
    Starts at
    $36,050
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Conv 135i
    Starts at
    $40,350
    17 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Coupe or convertible
Twin-turbo inline-six
Six airbags in coupe
Available Active Steering

The good & the bad

The good

Compact size
Performance potential
Handling potential

The bad

Hard on the eyes
Navigation requires iDrive

Expert 2010 BMW 135 review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview
BMW’s small 1 Series debuted in the U.S. for 2008 as a coupe and a convertible. The up-level 135i is powered by a 300-horsepower, twin-turbo inline-six-cylinder engine that drives the rear wheels. A less expensive 128i covered separately in the Cars.com Research section is also offered. The 135i competes with performance cars like the Nissan 370Z and Audi TT.

New for 2010
The only changes of note are that HD radio becomes standard and automatic high-beam headlights are a new stand-alone option.

Exterior
Compared to the 3 Series coupe, the 135i features a more upright grille and a C-pillar that’s not as sleekly styled. A pronounced sheet metal crease runs the length of the coupe’s sides, which are otherwise relatively smooth.

  • Adaptive xenon headlights follow the direction of the steering wheel
  • New available automatic high-beam headlights
  • 135i adds an aero kit that BMW says provides greater downforce and improved brake cooling
  • 18-inch wheels standard on coupe, available on convertible
  • Heated side mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Convertible features power-operated soft-top that BMW says can open or close in 22 seconds

Interior
Front occupants sit on bucket seats and there’s room for two in the backseat.

  • Simulated leather seating surfaces; real leather is optional
  • Auxiliary jack for connecting an MP3 player
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat can expand the coupe’s trunk
  • Optional Sport Package includes sport seats with more aggressive bolstering
  • Convertible’s leather seats have BMW’s Sun Reflective Technology, which is designed to lower the temperature of seats exposed to sunlight
  • Optional navigation system equips the 1 Series with BMW’s iDrive control system
  • Standard HD radio

Under the Hood
The 135i uses twin turbochargers and direct fuel injection to make 300 horsepower and 300 pounds-feet of torque.

  • 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Optional paddle shifters for automatic transmission
  • Optional Active Steering system can adjust how much the car turns for a given turn of the steering wheel
  • Compared to the 128i, the 135i has a stiffer sport suspension and performance brakes

Safety
Safety features include:

  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags for front and rear occupants
  • Electronic stability system
  • Antilock brakes
  • Convertible loses the side curtain airbags but keeps the side-impact airbags and features pop-up roll bars

2010 BMW 135 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
BMW’s small 1 Series debuted in the U.S. for 2008 as a coupe and a convertible. The up-level 135i is powered by a 300-horsepower, twin-turbo inline-six-cylinder engine that drives the rear wheels. A less expensive 128i covered separately in the Cars.com Research section is also offered. The 135i competes with performance cars like the Nissan 370Z and Audi TT.

New for 2010
The only changes of note are that HD radio becomes standard and automatic high-beam headlights are a new stand-alone option.

Exterior
Compared to the 3 Series coupe, the 135i features a more upright grille and a C-pillar that’s not as sleekly styled. A pronounced sheet metal crease runs the length of the coupe’s sides, which are otherwise relatively smooth.

  • Adaptive xenon headlights follow the direction of the steering wheel
  • New available automatic high-beam headlights
  • 135i adds an aero kit that BMW says provides greater downforce and improved brake cooling
  • 18-inch wheels standard on coupe, available on convertible
  • Heated side mirrors and heated windshield washer jets
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Convertible features power-operated soft-top that BMW says can open or close in 22 seconds

Interior
Front occupants sit on bucket seats and there’s room for two in the backseat.

  • Simulated leather seating surfaces; real leather is optional
  • Auxiliary jack for connecting an MP3 player
  • 60/40-split folding rear seat can expand the coupe’s trunk
  • Optional Sport Package includes sport seats with more aggressive bolstering
  • Convertible’s leather seats have BMW’s Sun Reflective Technology, which is designed to lower the temperature of seats exposed to sunlight
  • Optional navigation system equips the 1 Series with BMW’s iDrive control system
  • Standard HD radio

Under the Hood
The 135i uses twin turbochargers and direct fuel injection to make 300 horsepower and 300 pounds-feet of torque.

  • 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Optional paddle shifters for automatic transmission
  • Optional Active Steering system can adjust how much the car turns for a given turn of the steering wheel
  • Compared to the 128i, the 135i has a stiffer sport suspension and performance brakes

Safety
Safety features include:

  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags for front and rear occupants
  • Electronic stability system
  • Antilock brakes
  • Convertible loses the side curtain airbags but keeps the side-impact airbags and features pop-up roll bars

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Certified Pre-Owned Elite with less than 15,000 miles; Certified Pre-Owned with less than 60,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles from expiration of 4-year / 50,000-mile new car warranty
Dealer certification
196-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.4 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
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Comfort 4.5
Interior 4.4
Performance 5.0
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.0

Most recent

  • Been a good car so far💪🙏

    Test drive one. Very fun car!... tuning out of this world🤗 put a K&N air filter in it and it woke his car up big time crazy🤪
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Very fun, and an inexpensive, reliable used car.

    Just traded mine in on a newer BMW. I believe the dealer sold it within 3 days. Never had trouble with it and for the price they sold it, I believe it?s an EXCELLENT bang for the buck. A very fun car to drive with lots of power. Handling was unbelievably good. I never took it to the racetrack but I believe its handling was good enough that it could beat cars with more horsepower. If you have under $20k to spend on a car but want something to throw you back into your seat, I don?t think you could go wrong with a 135. Especially a drop top.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Summer Fun Car

    Great Car for weekend sightseeing in the mountains. As Fast as a 750, but a lot more fun. This BMW is all for the driving experience.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • One of my favorite toy from BMW

    I really enjoy this car, the way it drives and its odd look. The 300 hp and 300 ft/lbs of torque N54 engine is really fun in this car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Performance Convertible--it is the best!

    I love this car. It has incredible power and exceleration. Handles like a dream: sits low, takes corners beautifully yet rides fairly smoothly. It has everything a sports car should have plus it's a convertible.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Awesome, Minus Reliability

    Loved the car, minus the huge repair bill shortly after warranty was up. These are notorious for fuel pump issues, and apparently fuel injector problems too, seeing I had those go out too.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • The most enjoyable car to drive.

    I own a 2010 135i and love it! Did both the recalls but had no problem prior to them. Thinking about selling or trading in for a 2013! Love the interior (gray poplar trim) which is not offered anymore....the only drawback!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • 135i drop top

    a very cool car for a great price,fast great looking ,handles well.it feels good to buy a 50k car for a little over 30k.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • 135= M car undercover

    excellent car. i check this today car out excellent for the money. seem to be up to date with maintenance and did the recall. good owner
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • POCKET ROCKET

    cool facts: sport mode will change your throttle response,will adjust suspension ,speed up the paddle shift gear changes and will change exhaust note!! the car goes head to head up to 100mph with new 414hp m3 we did it 4 times ,the car will do 0-60 in 5s on the paper ,we used clock and got 4.6s there is no way nothing what is not 500hp will keep up with you from lights as you are very very light! THE BRAKES!!Your eyes will pop i promise. your mpg will be 17.5-19.5mpg dont dream of more comfort: do not turn on sport mode and you can cruise with your spine in place. i think the car is NOT pretty,takes time to like it,but when u sit inside it all changes:) Easy to park,easy to turn,gets looks. The new gps and media system its nothing short from SUPERB! ATTACK the corners only first class drivers will be able to keep up with you. THE CAR WILL BRING SMILE ON YOUR FACE EVERY TIME YOU PUSH START!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best D Driver/enthusiast car on the market <$50K

    I've owned a 135i MSport since 10/2010, it was a replacement for a 2008 Audi A3 3.2. The base 135i is a great car in many respects, 300HP, great handling, easy to park and great highway mileage. I use the car for commuting and have close to 20,000 miles on the car with zero problems. I like the car so much that I've ordered a 2012 BMW 1M. I've owned over 20 cars in the last 30 years, VW, Subaru, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche and for the $$ and practicality the BMW 135i cannot be beat for a car under $50K.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Not Duped by BMW

    I've had my 2009 135i for two years now and no serious problems to note. To address the reviewer who was "duped by BMW", I was sent a recall notice in the mail and called by my dealership to fix the problem with the fuel pump. Like any other car, there is a problem or two and if you expect it to be perfect than you are naive. I don't think this guy was duped by BMW but duped by the dealership and that is not a fault of the car. If you ever have a problem like that with your dealership you should call corporate and make a formal complaint because they likely have no idea how a dealership is being run if people don't tell them. Unfortunately, your dealership experience can completely ruin the satisfaction of the car, which it shouldn't. My 135i has been wonderful and gets looks and comments anywhere I go. Anyone that rides in the car is completely shocked when you really open it up. It also beats just about anything on the road such as 370z's, G35's, Corvettes M3s, S5's etc. If you're going to get one, seriously consider getting a manual transmission. It is SO smooth and livens this car up like you wouldn't believe! If you don't know how to drive one, LEARN! Overall the best car I've ever owned and probably close to the best I've ever driven. The introduction of the 1M could make this car a legend.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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What trim levels are available for the 2010 BMW 135?

The 2010 BMW 135 is available in 1 trim level:

  • 135i (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2010 BMW 135?

The 2010 BMW 135 offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2010 BMW 135 reliable?

The 2010 BMW 135 has an average reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2010 BMW 135 owners.

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4.4 / 5
Based on 14 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.5
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.0
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