BMW M1
Sports car that was produced by German automaker BMW from 1978 to 1981.
| Manufacturer | BMW |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1974 |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 221 kW (296 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 176 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,622 kg |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 23 European countries that registered the BMW M1 in 2025 (2,407 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of BMW M1 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of BMW M1 cars registered for the first time across 23 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 1,437 |
| Italy | 317 |
| Spain | 123 |
| Poland | 90 |
| Sweden | 90 |
| France | 68 |
| United Kingdom | 59 |
| Belgium | 47 |
| Luxembourg | 42 |
| Netherlands | 37 |
| Austria | 34 |
| Czechia | 13 |
| Greece | 10 |
| Slovakia | 9 |
| Portugal | 9 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 85% of BMW M1s pass their MOT test first time, based on 34 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the BMW M1 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all BMW recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- How much power does the BMW M1 have?
- The BMW M1 produces 221 kW (296 hp).
- How much does the BMW M1 weigh?
- The BMW M1 has a kerb weight of about 1,622 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the BMW M1?
- The BMW M1 emits 176 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).