Hatchback
BMW 1 Series
The E87 generation BMW 1 Series is a premium compact hatchback unique in its segment for its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration and sporty driving dynamics.
Produced 2004–2011. The chassis code decides the engine, drive type and — critically — the manufacture years customs will count. Pick the exact code below for full specs, dimensions and import eligibility.
1 Series chassis codes
ChassisEngineDisplacementYearsDrive
WBAUF120N46B20 2.0L Valvetronic Inline-41,995 cc2004–20072WD (FR)Full specs →WBAUE120N43B20 2.0L High Precision Injection Inline-41,995 cc2007–20112WD (FR)Full specs →WBAUE320N46N 2.0L Valvetronic Inline-41,995 cc2007–20112WD (FR)Full specs →WBAUF120
Engine
N46B20 2.0L Valvetronic Inline-4
Displacement
1,995 cc
Years
2004–2007
Drive
2WD (FR)
WBAUE120
Engine
N43B20 2.0L High Precision Injection Inline-4
Displacement
1,995 cc
Years
2007–2011
Drive
2WD (FR)
WBAUE320
Engine
N46N 2.0L Valvetronic Inline-4
Displacement
1,995 cc
Years
2007–2011
Drive
2WD (FR)
Not sure which code?
The chassis plate (usually in the engine bay or door sill) starts with the code above. If you only have a photo of the car, search the catalog and we'll narrow it down.
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Two 1 Series codes can differ by a decade of production. Open the exact code to see manufacture-year decoding and eligibility for your destination country.