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BMW

130i E87

6.1s0–60 MPH
249TOP SPEED KPH
255HORSEPOWER

Notes

The BMW 130i E87, designed by Christopher Chapman, is one most popular iterations of the BMW series 1, presenting a 5-door/rear-wheel-drive format. This hatchback was in the production lines from 2004 to 2013, combining reliability, comfort, and outstanding performance at a reasonable price. Its 265 Hp 3.0L N52 inline-6 naturally-aspirated engine, coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission, boosts the 3031 Lbs car from 0-60 Mph in 6 seconds to reach a 155.34 Mph top speed. The BMW 130i E87 stays on top of the wishlists for every brand enthusiast wanting to know what owning a BMW feels like, given its current market value of 11,517 dollars.

Apart from having a convenient fuel economy figure of 9.2L/100 Km, ideal for a daily driver, the stylish BMW 130i E87 gives you one of the best value-for-money rates due to its highly collectible silhouette. The car's unique sporty interior design includes fantastic seats, an excellent sound system, and plenty of space, delivering a comfortable, smooth ride for drivers and passengers. It comes out of the factory with 17-inch wheels and a 205/50/R17 tire setup to hit the pavement, all supported by the spring strut suspension type and assisted by ventilated discs with an ABS braking system. The BMW 130i E87 represents one of the best choices for drivers looking for good handling, sporty looks, and premium reliability at an affordable cost.

Rank
horsepower
255
WEIGHT KG
1,460
Power to Weight
0.17
CURRENT VALUE
$12,000

OEM Specs

engine Description
3.0L NA I6 (N52B30 )
drive Type
RWD
0-60 MPH
6.1 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
249
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$33,846
gearbox
6-SPEED MANUAL
torque
310 N.M
Model Years
2004-2013

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Popular BMW 130i E87 Mods by Level

From 10 documented builds

TrendsBMW 130i E87 enthusiasts commonly upgrade to Federal 595 RSR tires, ST XTA coilovers, and Ferodo DS2500 pads. Medium builds frequently add Quaife LSDs and OZ Ultraleggera wheels. Race builds escalate to dedicated components like Dunlop Direzza tires, KW Suspension, AP Racing Brakes, and Drexler differentials.

Medium

8 builds
Tires Federal 595 RSR1· Nankang AR-11· Toyo Proxes R888R1· Bridgestone Potenza Race1
Suspension ST XTA4· Whiteline KDT918 Subframe Bushing Inserts3· Ultraracing Strutbars2· Bilstein B61· BMW M3 Control Arms1
Brakes Ferodo DS25005· Hawk ER-14· ATE E89 3.0si3· Motul RBF6603· BMW 135i 6-Pot Front Brakes1
Intake/Exhaust BMW Performance Air Intake System1· Active Autowerke Headers1· K&N Air Filter1· Cyba Air Intake Scoops1· Valvetronic Designs Wireless Valve Controller1
Power/Tune Ecu Tronika ECU Remap1
Drivetrain Quaife QDF13N ATB LSD6· Millway Differential Solid Mounts1· OS Giken Superlock LSD1· BMW E46 M3 Transmission Mounts1· BMW Performance Short Shift Kit1
Wheels OZ Ultraleggera2· Apex ARC-81
Other BMW M3 E9x Steering Rack1· Motorsport Hardware Wheel Stud Conversion1· JDMyard Steel Open Ended Racing Wheel Nuts1· OS Giken OS-250R LSD Oil1· Ultra Racing Rear Strutbar1

Race

OEM Pace+1.9% 2 builds
Tires Dunlop Direzza1· Federal FZ-2011
Suspension KW Suspension2
Brakes AP Racing Brakes2· Endless Brakepads2
Drivetrain Drexler Differential2

Lap Times

Time Track Car Mod Driver Tire Lap Date Date Added vs Predict Pace
1:35.5 P C G Autódromo Internacional de Santa Cruz do Sul Medium 17 Oct, 2022 21 Jan, 2026 -10.41s +11.28%
1:37.4 G Cremona Circuit (Pre 2024) Race 18 Sep, 2025 16 Mar, 2026 -3.55s +3.52%
1:38.7 S L G Spreewaldring STC Motodrom Light 30 Sep, 2025 12 Jan, 2026 -3.3s +3.36%
1:58.6 Hockenheimring (GP) Medium 23 May, 2019 01 Feb, 2026 -1.17s +1.02%
1:51.7 G L Autodromo Vallelunga Piero Taruffi-ACI Vallelunga Medium 13 Nov, 2022 31 Jan, 2023 -1.04s +0.96%
1:41.5 G SM Autódromo Internacional de Curitiba Medium 06 Jul, 2021 29 Sep, 2021 -0.6s +0.61%
1:42.0 Circuito Do Sol Race 30 Nov, 2024 15 Dec, 2024 +0.76s -0.78%
1:59.0 Bilster Berg Medium 28 Jun, 2021 06 Nov, 2021 +1.02s -0.89%
2:00.0 Bilster Berg Race 06 Sep, 2024 13 Sep, 2024 +1.35s -1.17%
1:16.4 L Sydney Motorsport Park (Druitt North Circuit) Medium 04 Feb, 2017 05 Feb, 2023 +1.11s -1.52%
8:24.0 Nürburgring (BTG) Medium 23 Feb, 2022 10 Feb, 2026 +9.52s -1.96%
8:30.9 Nürburgring (BTG) Light 19 Oct, 2025 12 Jan, 2026 +13.98s -2.85%
1:49.9 New L Motorsport Arena Oschersleben Medium 20 May, 2026 21 May, 2026 +3.52s -3.33%
2:12.1 Circuito de Navarra (Full CW) Light 13 Mar, 2022 23 Jan, 2026 +4.89s -3.87%
2:07.0 TT Circuit Assen Race 15 Nov, 2025 25 Mar, 2026 +4.76s -3.95%
1:55.7 New Tor Poznan Medium 09 May, 2026 20 May, 2026 +4.62s -4.16%
2:05.5 Autódromo José Carlos Pace-Interlagos Stock 19 May, 2019 29 Sep, 2021 +5.22s -4.40%
1:59.2 New Autodrom Most Medium 23 Apr, 2026 06 May, 2026 +5.05s -4.42%
3:05.7 Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Stock 10 Jul, 2025 16 Jul, 2025 +7.82s -4.48%
2:20.9 Mugello Circuit Medium 14 Nov, 2011 23 Nov, 2021 +6.25s -4.69%
2:15.7 Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari-Imola Circuit Medium 30 Apr, 2012 17 Feb, 2022 +6.33s -4.93%
2:42.0 Silverstone (GP) Medium 21 Feb, 2019 20 Dec, 2022 +7.98s -5.21%
1:35.0 G Motorcenter Norway Race 07 Feb, 2025 17 Feb, 2026 +8.46s -9.33%
3:25.4 Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps Medium 13 Oct, 2021 30 Nov, 2024 warning

Top Modified 130i E87

Year Driver Name Mod Horsepower Tire Tire Size Vs Predict
2012 (Clubsport) ianorboloto Medium 255 200 ADVAN AD08R 205/50/17 -8.39s
2012 (w/PSS) ANGELO899 Race 300 Pilot Super Sport 205/50/17 -7.95s
2009 Dennis Müller Medium 100 R888R +1.79s
2006 (w/AR-1) paolompower #29 Medium 255 100 AR-1 225/45/17 +1.91s
2005 novice driver Light 265 200 Potenza Race 225/45/17 +2.34s
2013 (w/Pilot Sport 4) Luiz Felipe Rebellato Medium 255 320 Pilot Sport 4 225/45/18 +2.85s
2006 Phil130i Medium 265 +5.03s
2009 (Jose/AR-1) José Antonio Vázquez Race 255 100 AR-1 225/40/18 / 255/35/18 +5.15s
2006 (w/R888R) evolution42 Medium 255 100 R888R 235/40/18 +6.46s
2013 controlledcrazy Medium +6.84s
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