BMW 1 Series
| Codename | E8X |
|---|---|
| Production | 2004 - 2013 |
Variants
| 3-door Hatchback |
| 5-door Hatchback |
| Convertible |
| Coupé |
| M Coupé |
The first generation of the BMW 1 Series consists of the BMW E81 (3-door hatchback), BMW E82 (coupe), BMW E87 (5-door hatchback) and BMW E88 (convertible) compact cars. The E81/E82/E87/E88 generation was produced from 2004 until 2013 and is sometimes collectively referred to as the E8x. The E8x replaced the 3 Series Compact as the entry level models of the BMW range.
Initially, BMW considered adopting the Rover R30 design program into the upcoming 1 Series; however, it was eventually decided to develop the E8x alongside the E90 3 Series. The E8x shares approximately 60% of components with the E90, including front and rear suspension, structure, chassis, engines, drivetrain, hardware and electronic elements.
The first 1 Series production models – in the E87 five-door hatchback body style – were launched at the Paris Motor Show in September 2004.
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