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BMW 1 Series M vs BMW 335i

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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2015 BMW 335i

Overview

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
Selected trimM335i
Body styleCoupeSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112015

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
MSRP$46,135$43,750 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
Combined MPG21 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14 gal15.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
Horsepower335 hp (best)300 hp
Torque332 lb-ft (best)300 lb-ft
Engine size3 L3 L
CylindersI6I6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume10 cu ft13 cu ft (best)
Payload900 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,362 lbs (best)3,595 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase104.7 in110.6 in (best)
Length172.2 in182.2 in (best)
Width71 in71.3 in (best)
Height55.9 in56.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 1 Series MMBMW 335i335i
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)33

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 335i
1

M

$46,135 MSRP(Currently comparing)

335i

$43,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

BMW 1 Series M vs BMW 335i FAQ

Which is better: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2015 BMW 335i?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 BMW 1 Series M vs 2015 BMW 335i 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 2015 BMW 335i?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 BMW 335i starts lower at $43,750.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2015 BMW 335i?
The 2015 BMW 335i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,750).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2015 BMW 335i?
The 2015 BMW 335i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2015 BMW 335i?
The 2011 BMW 1 Series M leads on horsepower in this comparison (335).
Which has better seats: 2011 BMW 1 Series M or 2015 BMW 335i?
The 2015 BMW 335i leads on seats in this comparison (5).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2011 BMW 1 Series M vs 2015 BMW 335i?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW 335i (5/5 NHTSA overall).