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BMW 1-Series vs. Honda Civic Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency | |
 2016 - 2018 Honda Civic |
Best
65%
Worst
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 2013 - 2015 Honda Civic |
Best
16%
Worst
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 2012 Honda Civic |
Best
41%
Worst
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 2006 - 2011 Honda Civic |
Best
80%
Worst
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 2008 - 2011 BMW 1-Series |
Best
94%
Worst
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 2001 - 2005 Honda Civic |
Best
93%
Worst
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the BMW 1-Series
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Soild, no rattles, squeaks. full 2008 BMW 1-Series review |
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Had minimal problems in 2 years. A failed window lift was all full 2012 BMW 1-Series review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the BMW 1-Series
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Soild, no rattles, squeaks. full 2008 BMW 1-Series review |
| BMW 1-Series Reliability And Durability: Neutral | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Had minimal problems in 2 years. A failed window lift was all full 2012 BMW 1-Series review |
