The 2008 1-Series is the new entry point for the BMW brand in the United States with a two-model lineup: the 128i and the 135i. The base price for the 128i coupe starts at $29,425, and you can build a fully loaded 135i convertible for $53,570.
The 128i comes with a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that delivers 230-horsepower. The 135i has a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six. Highway fuel economy ratings for the two vehicles are 28 mpg for the 128i and 26 mpg for the 135i.