2026-08-15 · 5 min read
BMW 1 Series Resale Value Malaysia — F20 vs F40
F20 RWD: 50–60% depreciation after 5 years — N20 chain fear suppresses price. Good value if chain ok. F40 FWD: 40–55% — controversial FWD layout in BMW community but newer. M Sport specification adds RM 15,000–25,000 premium. Cheapest entry point to BMW ownership in Malaysia.
1 Series Depreciation
- F20 116i B38 (5 years): 50–60% depreciation — affordable entry point
- F20 M135i (5 years): 50–60% — enthusiast demand holds value
- F40 FWD (5 years): 55–65% — FWD change reduced enthusiast appeal
F20 M135i — Cult Following
The F20 M135i is arguably the best driver's car BMW made in the last decade — 320 hp, rear-wheel drive, manual handbrake, small and light. In Malaysia, used M135i prices have stabilised and in some cases appreciated because the F40 replacement switched to front-wheel drive. A well-maintained F20 M135i with documented service history is a desirable used purchase. The DCT gearbox fluid service history is particularly important — buyers will check this.