OEM-Style Full LED Headlights — BMW 1 Series (F20/F21) LCI
Halogen to LED Upgrade with Switchable White/Yellow DRL & Startup Animation — LCI 2015–2019
BMW F20 5-Door • F21 3-Door • 116i • 118i • 120i • 125i • M140i • LCI • 2015–2019
BMW offered the LCI 1 Series with full LED headlights — but only as an option most cars didn't leave the factory with. The OEM LED retrofit path involves sourcing used headlights at unpredictable prices, coding across multiple modules, and hoping the units aren't already showing condensation from years of use. These headlights skip all of that. Same OEM LED design language, brand-new optics, plug-and-play into your halogen harness.
Full LED projectors, a startup animation, and — on the dual-color version — switchable White/Yellow DRL that the factory LED headlights never offered. Every LED driver and control module comes pre-installed. Plug in your factory halogen harness and drive. No coding, no adapters, no rewiring.
E-Marked (ECE) — road-legal in White DRL mode. Includes integrated auto-leveling.
Fitment
Designed for LCI (2015–2019) models with factory halogen headlights. Plug-and-play — no coding required.
Factory Halogen
LCI (2015–2019)
Halogen reflector housing. Plug-and-play. No coding.
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Choose Your DRL Version
Both versions share the same OEM-style LED housing. The only difference is whether the DRL is fixed white or switchable.
White
Factory-correct.
Fixed white DRL. Matches the appearance of the OEM LED option exactly.
White + Yellow
OEM look + switchable color.
Toggle between White and Yellow DRL — something the factory LED headlights never offered.
DRL Color Switching
Applies to the White + Yellow version only. The White-only version has a fixed DRL.
Toggle using your high-beam lever. The headlight retains your selection through ignition cycles.
Switch to Yellow: Flash high beams 6 times
Switch back to White: Flash high beams 5 times
White DRL is the E-Marked road-legal mode. Yellow is switchable for personal use — White mode should be active for inspections.
Engineered to Stay on the Car
Halogen to LED — No Coding, No Adapters
The OEM path from halogen to LED on the LCI F20 typically requires sourcing used factory LED headlights, a Kufatec-style adapter harness, and coding across multiple modules. This bypasses all of it. The internal electronics are configured for the halogen harness out of the box. Plug in, test, drive.
Ships Complete — Nothing to Transfer
Every assembly includes all LED drivers and control electronics pre-installed. No bulbs to source, no modules to swap. Your factory halogen headlights stay intact.
LED Projectors with Auto-Leveling
Full LED projectors replace the factory halogen reflectors with a sharp cutoff line and wide, even coverage. The integrated auto-leveling motor adjusts beam height based on vehicle load.
E-Marked (ECE)
Every unit carries ECE certification covering the full assembly. Road-legal in White DRL mode for TÜV, MOT, and EU periodic inspections.
Sealed Construction
ABS housings with PMMA lenses, sealed against moisture at every joint. Every pair is bench-tested before shipping.
2-Year Warranty
Two years of coverage from delivery date.
Startup Animation
When you unlock or start the car, a brief sweeping LED sequence plays through the DRL strip. During normal driving, the DRL operates as a steady strip in your selected color (or fixed white on the single-color version).
Installation
A straightforward headlight swap requiring front bumper removal — standard on the F20 platform. No wiring modifications, no coding. Allow 2–3 hours.
- Remove the front bumper to access the headlight mounting bolts.
- Unbolt the factory halogen headlights and disconnect the main harness plug.
- Plug the new headlight into your factory harness.
- Test before reassembly — verify low beam, high beam, DRL, indicators, startup animation, and DRL switching (dual-color version: 6× yellow / 5× white).
- Reinstall the bumper, align beam height using the integrated adjusters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The F20 (5-door) and F21 (3-door) share identical headlight mounting points and connectors.
No. This headlight is designed for LCI (2015–2019) cars only. The Pre-LCI uses a different housing shape.
These are designed for the halogen harness. If your LCI F20 already has factory LED headlights, it uses a different connector.
The White version has a fixed white DRL — identical to the factory LED appearance. The White+Yellow version adds switchable color: flash the high beams 6× for Yellow, 5× for White. Same housing, same projectors, same fitment.
Significantly. The factory LED retrofit typically requires sourcing used headlights, adapter harnesses, and coding across multiple modules. These plug directly into your halogen harness with zero coding and zero adapters.
Nothing. Every component is pre-installed — LED drivers, projector modules, DRL electronics, leveling motor.
Yes, if you're comfortable removing the front bumper on the F20. Standard hand tools and about 2–3 hours. No lift required.
Technical Specifications
| Light Source | Full LED Projectors (Low + High Beam) |
|---|---|
| DRL Design | OEM LED-style — White only or switchable White (~6,000K) / Yellow (~3,000K) |
| DRL Switching | Flash high beams 6× for Yellow, 5× for White (dual-color version) |
| Startup Animation | Included |
| Auto-Leveling | Integrated leveling motor |
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC |
| Housing Material | ABS + PMMA Lens |
| Certification | E-Mark (ECE) |
| Compatibility | F20 (5-door) · F21 (3-door) · Factory Halogen · LCI · 2015–2019 |
| Sold As | Pair (Left + Right) |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
OEM Cross-Reference Numbers
| LCI Halogen 2015–2019 |
L: 63117358393 R: 63117358394 |
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This list covers the most common EU OEM references. Some market-specific part numbers may not be listed. If your part number isn't shown, send us your VIN and we'll confirm compatibility.
