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BMW E88 1 Series (2004–2013): specs and known issues
The BMW E88 1 Series was produced 2004–2013, in the subcompact executive car class, per Wikipedia. We do not have repair prices for it yet.
Specs from Wikipedia (revisions listed below)
The E88 is part of the E87 1 Series generation. The facts below are that generation's.
E88 at a glance
| Chassis code | E88 | [1] |
|---|---|---|
| Production | 2004–2013 | [1] |
| Model years | 2005–2011 (up to 2013 for coupe and convertible) | [1] |
| Class | Subcompact executive car (C) | [1] |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive | [1] |
| Platform | BMW L2 | [1] |
| Wheelbase | 2660 mm (104.7 in) | [1] |
| Length | 4227–4380 mm (166.4–172.4 in) | [1] |
| Width | 1748–1803 mm (68.8–71.0 in) | [1] |
| Height | 1420–1430 mm (55.9–56.3 in) | [1] |
| Curb weight | 1245–1540 kg (2745–3395 lb) | [1] |
- Predecessor: BMW 3 Series Compact
- Successor: E81/E87: 1 Series (F20/F21) E82/E88: 2 Series (F22/F23)
Engines offered
Engine pages whose Wikipedia car list names the E88. It can include markets or variants, so confirm your engine code.
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Generations and body styles
- Same generation: E87, E81, E82
- Next generation: F20 1 Series (2011–2019)
Related models
More 1 Series chassis codes: E87 · E81 · E82 · F20 · F21 · F52 · F40 · F70
Other BMWs that started in the 2000s: E90 3 Series · E60 5 Series · E61 5 Series · F10 5 Series · E63 6 Series · E64 6 Series · E65 7 Series · F01 7 Series · E84 X1 · E83 X3 · E70 X5 · E71 X6 · E72 X6 · E85 Z4 · E86 Z4 · E89 Z4 · E46 M3 · E92 M3 · E60 M5 · E63 M6 · E85 Z4 M
Common questions
When was the BMW E88 1 Series produced?
2004–2013, per Wikipedia.
Which engines were offered in the BMW E88 1 Series?
Engines whose Wikipedia articles name E88: N54, N55, N52, N43, N46, N47. Check your car's engine code before relying on this list.
Sources
- Wikipedia: BMW 1 Series (E87) (revision 1367554081, read 2026-10-23)
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