Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | coupe | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | coupe | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.0 | Premium |
| 2012 | coupe | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.0 | Premium |
| 2011 | coupe | Cylinders: 6, Displacement: 3.0, Fuel type: Premium | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 6 | 3.0 | Premium |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | GVWR |
|---|---|
| 2014 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2013 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2012 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
| 2011 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2014
NewestThe 2014 BMW 135i offers engaging performance, but potential buyers must prioritize a thorough inspection of its cooling system.
2013
The 2013 BMW 135i offers engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics but demands careful inspection due to a below-average reliability verdict.
2012
The 2012 BMW 135i offers engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics but demands careful consideration due to its below-average reliability verdict.
2011
The 2011 BMW 135i offers engaging rear-wheel-drive dynamics and a potent turbocharged engine, but its below-average reliability verdict and significant recall history demand careful consideration and thorough pre-purchase inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the BMW 135i?
Carfocal currently has 4 published 135i reports, covering 2011 through 2014. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2014 BMW 135i offers engaging performance, but potential buyers must prioritize a thorough inspection of its cooling system.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014.
Is the BMW 135i reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every BMW 135i. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2014 bmw 135i offers engaging performance, but potential buyers must prioritize a thorough inspection of its cooling system. and the 2014 bmw 135i can offer compelling performance for its price point, but its value is directly tied to its mechanical condition. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
4 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the BMW 135i?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2011 through 2014.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 4
- Years tracked
- 4
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints