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2013 BMW 128 review

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RepairPal reliability rating

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What is new for the 2013 BMW 128?

  • 128 trims have been upgraded with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment this year.
  • Smart Key features are now available as options on select trims.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.6 out of 5

14 customer reviews
The 2013 BMW 128 is a sporty, high performance car. Customers like the power and handling of the car. The convertible feature is fun in summer and winter weather conditions. The 3 liter engine has plenty of zip for todays driving demands without sacrificing fuel economy or responsiveness when needed most on long trips.

RepairPal reliability rating

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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RepairPal gave the BMW 128 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks BMW 128 21st out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.

Cost

According to RepairPal, cost is the average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle. Higher average cost alone does not necessarily mean a vehicle is less reliable.

The related cost of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a BMW 128 is $516, compared to an average of $546 for Luxury Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Frequency

According to RepairPal, frequency is the average number of times the vehicle is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal reports that it calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year for each make and model; and that controls are included to omit small routine visits to shops (such as for oil changes).

The frequency of such visits for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

According to RepairPal, BMW 128 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 2.9 times per year, compared to an average of 1.8 times for Luxury Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

Severity

According to RepairPal, severity measures the probability that a repair will be a major issue. RepairPal reports that an issue is considered severe if a repair costs three-times the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).

The severity of repairs for a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for the accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data for select August 2023 vehicles as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 13% for the BMW 128, compared to an average of 12% for Luxury Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.

BMW 128 features and specs

Curious how BMW 128 trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

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Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Manual Transmission
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Side Airbags
  • Soft Top
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Smart Key

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

230

Torque (ft-lbs)

200

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

14

Wheelbase

104.7"

Overall length

172.2"

Width

68.8"

Height

55.6"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 31.3"

Head room

F 38.6"/R 37"

Front tires

P205/50R17

Rear tires

P205/50R17

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Manual 6

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