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BMW 1 Series M vs BMW 328i

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 BMW 1 Series M

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2016 BMW 328i

Overview

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
Selected trimM328i
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112016

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
MSRP$46,135$38,350 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
Combined MPG21 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG34 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
Horsepower335 hp (best)240 hp
Torque332 lb-ft (best)255 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume10 cu ft13 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,362 lbs3,320 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase104.7 in110.6 in (best)
Length172.2 in182.4 in (best)
Width71 in71.3 in (best)
Height55.9 in56.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 328i328i
Open recalls (YMM scope)31 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 1 Series MBMW 328i
1

M

$46,135 MSRP(Currently comparing)

328i

$38,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

328i SULEV

$38,350 MSRP

BMW 1 Series M vs BMW 328i FAQ

Which is better: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 BMW 1 Series M vs 2016 BMW 328i on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 BMW 328i starts lower at $38,350.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
The 2016 BMW 328i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,350).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
The 2016 BMW 328i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
The 2011 BMW 1 Series M leads on horsepower in this comparison (335).
Which has better seats: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2016 BMW 328i?
The 2016 BMW 328i leads on seats in this comparison (5).