2013 BMW 128ci Convertible
The 2013 BMW 128ci Convertible is a convertible. It has a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine producing 230 hp (172 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 6.5 seconds and top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2013 BMW 128CI CONVERTIBLE
This entry is the 2013 BMW 128i Convertible (listed here as the 128ci), the soft-top version of the first-generation 1 Series (E88). It has a naturally aspirated 3.0-litre inline-six making 230 hp and 200 lb-ft, driving the rear wheels. A six-speed manual was standard; this entry covers the version with the optional six-speed automatic. Despite being a compact car it seats four.
The last of the line
2013 was the final model year for the 1 Series in North America. For 2014 BMW replaced it with the 2 Series, and a convertible version of that car followed later. That makes the 2013 128i one of the last small BMWs sold in the US with a non-turbo six-cylinder, a combination many enthusiasts value for its smooth response and simple engineering.
Top-down practicality
The fabric roof folds electrically and stows above a fairly small boot, so luggage space is limited with the roof down. The rear seats are best for children or short trips. In return the 128i is light and compact by modern standards, and the steering and handling feel lively for a convertible.
Buying one today
Commonly reported faults on this engine include oil filter housing and valve cover gasket leaks, VANOS solenoid trouble and the electric water pump and thermostat. Check the roof mechanism through several cycles, look for water leaks into the cabin and inspect the drain channels. Rivals in its final year included the Volkswagen Eos, Volvo C70, Lexus IS 250C and Mini Convertible.
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed October 31, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | BMW | Model | 128ci Convertible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2013 | Version / Trim | BMW 2013 128ci Convertible |
| Body Style | Convertible | Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | Ext. Colour | Alpine White, Jet Black, Black Sapphire Metallic, Space Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic, Glacier Silver Metallic, Mineral White Metallic, Mineral Gray Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Carbon Black Metallic, Melbourne Red Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | Germany |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,000 cc |
| Power | 230 hp / 172 kW | Torque | 270 Nm / 200 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 6.5 sec | Top Speed | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,660 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,460 kg (3,219 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2013 CONVERTIBLES
Compared with other 2013 convertibles in our database, its 230 hp is 37% less than the average 2013 convertible (365 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds slower than average, and it is 11% lighter than the typical convertible.
| 2013 BMW 128ci Convertible | Average 2013 convertibles | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 230 hp | 365 hp (20 cars) | -37% |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 445 Nm (20 cars) | -39% |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 s | 5.3 s (18 cars) | +22% |
| Top speed | 130 mph | 156 mph (18 cars) | -17% |
| Kerb weight | 1,460 kg | 1,645 kg (20 cars) | -11% |
| Engine size | 3,000 cc | 3,655 cc (20 cars) | -18% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2013 convertibles with similar power to the 2013 BMW 128ci Convertible.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 BMW 128ci Convertible | 230 hp | 6.5 s | 1,460 kg |
| 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet | 211 hp | 6.8 s | 1,520 kg |