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BMW 1-Series vs. Honda Accord Powertrain and Chassis 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  
2018 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2018 Honda Accord
28.857142857143% Best 88% Worst
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2016 - 2017 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2016 - 2017 Honda Accord
31.714285714286% Best 93% Worst
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2013 - 2015 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2013 - 2015 Honda Accord
3.1428571428571% Best 43% Worst
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2008 - 2012 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2008 - 2012 Honda Accord
11.714285714286% Best 58% Worst
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2008 - 2011 BMW 1-Series Reliability by Generation2008 - 2011 BMW 1-Series
29.428571428571% Best 89% Worst
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2006 - 2007 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2006 - 2007 Honda Accord
14% Best 62% Worst
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2003 - 2005 Honda Accord Reliability by Generation2003 - 2005 Honda Accord
16.857142857143% Best 67% 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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