The first series is an attempt by the Bavarian manufacturer to get its share in one of the most popular segments of the automotive market at the moment. It is worth noting that the designers approached this issue quite categorically and tried to transfer all the family traits of the older brothers in the model line on a more compact scale. Every year, the tough rules dictated by the automotive market reduce this categorization more and more, as a result of which even such automotive giants have to reconsider their principles. In the last days of May 2019, a completely new BMW 1 series was announced, radically different from its predecessors. These changes are immediately apparent. The third generation, which received the F40 index, has completely different proportions. The hood has become taller and noticeably shorter, the front overhang has increased, and the front wheels have moved closer to the struts. Overall, the model has become more like the second series with a lower roof.
Dimensions (edit)
BMW of the first series is a compact golf car, now available in the format of a five-door hatchback. After a generational change, the car measures 4319 mm in length, 1799 mm in width, 1434 mm in height and 2670 mm between wheelsets. The ground clearance is average by the standards of this class, and is 153 millimeters. The development of the car lasted 5 years, as a result of which, he moved to the FAAR front-wheel drive platform, which is the fruit of the modernization of the UKL2 base. From now on, under the hood of the first series, the engine will stand transversely. Thanks to this arrangement and the absence of a cardan transmission under the bottom, the cabin has become noticeably more comfortable. The size of the trunk has also grown. With the backs of the rear sofa up, the car can hold up to 380 liters, and when folded down - 1200. The suspension has received a completely independent layout. There will be McPherson struts in front, and a multi-link in the back. It is noteworthy that such a layout will be common for all trim levels, even the weakest versions will not be equipped with a cheaper and simpler torsion beam.
specifications
There are a total of five different powertrains under the bonnet of the BMW 1 Series. The petrol lineup will be composed of three-cylinder 1.5-liter engines with 140 horsepower and a two-liter four with 306 horsepower. A six-speed mechanic or a seven-speed robot is docked with 1.5-liter units, and an exclusively eight-speed hydromechanical automatic and a proprietary xDrive all-wheel drive system with the four. The diesel line is somewhat richer. It is also based on 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engines. On heavy fuel, they develop 116 forces. For a more dynamic ride, you can order a two-liter four. It is available in two versions - 150 and 190 hp. Such a motor with mechanics and an automatic machine works, four-wheel drive is offered exclusively for the 190-strong modification.
Equipment
Like most competitors, the BMW 1 Series is equipped with a state-of-the-art safety suite. In its arsenal there is an advanced parking assistant that helps to maneuver in reverse, blind spot monitoring, an automatic braking system that can detect cyclists and pedestrians, active radar cruise control, as well as a system that monitors traffic lane and is able to keep the car in the lane. Among other things, it is worth noting the fully LED adaptive headlights, panoramic roof, interior ambient lighting, as well as glass projection and a fully virtual instrument panel.
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Specifications BMW 1 series
hatchback 5-door
City car
- width 1 799mm
- length 4 319mm
- height 1 434mm
- ground clearance 153mm
- seats 5
| Engine | Name | Price | Fuel | Drive unit | Consumption | Up to a hundred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,5D MT (116 hp) | 116d | DT | Front | 3,5 / 4,5 | 10.3 s | |
| 1,5D AMT (116 hp) | 116d | DT | Front | 3,5 / 4,5 | 10.1 s | |
| 1.5 MT (140 hp) | 118i | AI-95 | Front | 4,3 / 7 | 8.5 s | |
| 1.5 AMT (140 hp) | 118i | AI-95 | Front | 4,3 / 7 | 8.5 s | |
| 2.0D MT (150 hp) | 118d | DT | Front | 3,8 / 4,8 | 8.5 s | |
| 2.0D AT (150 hp) | 118d | DT | Front | 3,8 / 4,8 | 8.4 s | |
| 2.0D AT AWD (190 hp) | 120d xDrive | DT | Full | 4,1 / 5,1 | 7 sec | |
| 2.0 AT AWD (306 hp) | M135i xDrive | AI-95 | Full | 6 / 8,2 | 4.8 s |
Buy BMW 1 Series (BMW 1 Series) in Moscow
The official dealer of the Bavarian automaker BMW "Auto-Avangard" offers BMW 1 Series cars on credit at full price. We invite you to visit our car dealership on the 8th km of Novorizhskoe highway.
Sale of BMW 1 Series in Avto-Avangard
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On this web page you will find an overview of the model with a description of the equipment and photos of the model. More detailed information can be obtained by phone or at the car dealership premises.
The second generation of the BMW 1 Series premium five-door hatchback (factory index F20) debuted at the Frankfurt Auto Show in autumn 2011. The three-door version of the BMW 1-series (F20) was presented to the fans of the Bavarian company a year later - in the fall of 2012 at the stand of the German manufacturer at the Paris Motor Show. In our review, we will tell you in detail about the youngest car in the BMW lineup - "a penny", consider changes in the design of the exterior and interior, indicate the increased overall dimensions of the body, tires and wheels used, color options, full technical characteristics of the new BMW 1-series, contents of complete sets systems that provide comfort, entertainment and safety for the driver and passengers, and also indicate the cost for which a car can be bought in Russia. Traditionally, we will conduct a test drive in order to enjoy the perfected handling and charismatic engines of the "one", find out the real fuel consumption. Our assistants will be comments from auto journalists, video and photo materials, reviews of the owners of a bright representative of the BMW family.
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The new generation BMW1 represents the German company in the European class C, but with a reservation - in the premium segment of this class, where the most important thing is not the dimensions of the body and interior, but modern technical filling, high-quality interior materials and a long list of options.
- Let's start with the outer dimensions of the second-generation "penny" body: 4324 mm long, 1765 mm (with mirrors 1984 mm) wide, 1421 mm high, 2690 mm wheelbase, 1535 mm front wheel track, 1569 mm rear wheels.
- Ground clearance (clearance) is 140 mm when installing base tires 195/55 R16 or rubber 205/55 R16 on steel or light-alloy wheels of 16 radius. As an option, 17-inch wheels with 225/45 R17 tires are also available.
The ultimate version of the BMW M135i rests on the ground with 225/40 R18 front wheels and 245/35 R18 rear tires, dressed in chic Double-spoke light alloy wheels. Compared to the first generation of the "one" from BMW, the current generation of the model has added 85 mm in length, the width has increased by 17 mm, an increase of 30 mm in the wheelbase has increased the legroom for rear passengers.
The 2013 BMW 1 Series (F20) is offered to motorists in four performance packages - Regular, M Style, Urban Line and Sport Line. BMW Urban Line implies the installation of white and chrome decor, the BMW Sport Line, on the contrary, boasts a black gloss of plastic inserts, and the presence of the letter M is confirmed by the installation of original bumpers, aerodynamic body kit and other decorative elements. So you can choose according to your taste, and you still have to think about when choosing the main body color, there are thirteen enamel options: snow-white, white mineral, silvery glacier, gray mineral, sparkling bronze, blue water, blue Estoril, blue midnight, dark blue, orange, red, black sapphire and black.
The second generation BMW 1 Series model 2012-2013 looks modern, stylish and aggressive - as befits a car from Munich. Wide-open eyes - headlights, a pair of branded nostrils - a false radiator grille, soft outlines of the chin - a stylish bumper with bright inserts and round foglights. The face of the "one" is just super, it will not be difficult for the owner of such a car to drive off the lane even a large SUV.
Finding a hatchback with a profile like that of the youngest BMW is simply not realistic. The five and three door car body, when viewed from the side, amaze with incredibly stylish and original proportions and lines. A long bonnet, a saloon shifted to the rear axle, a sloping roofline, a compact stern, exquisite surfaces of fenders and doors, a powerful rib prescribing the sidewalls of the body at the level of the high-placed door handles, a Hofmeister curve. It seems that the metal is unable to stay on the body frame from the rapidly oncoming air flow and is shifted to the stern.
The back of the Bavarian hatchback will most often be seen by the bulk of motorists; at a cursory glance, the stern of the "one" can be confused with the rear of the body. In fact, the cars are similar only in the design of the overall lighting, and to understand that the BMW 1 Series (F20) is driving in front of us will help the extended wheel arches, LEDs in the taillights, a powerful bumper and the original bend of the tailgate lines.
A compact hatchback can easily be mistaken for a coupe, as the car looks so fast, holistic and sporty.
The salon of the second-generation BMW "penny" has become significantly larger, more solid and more expensive than that of the previous generation of the model, but ... let's be honest, the interior of the BMW 1 F20 is far from the salon. With the exact similarity of the architecture of the design of the front panel, the center console and the exemplary ergonomics of the driver's workplace, the finishing materials are tactilely not as pleasant and of high quality as in their older brother.
Discarding all our petty nit-picking, let's sit down in the driver's seat. A seat with dense padding and heating tolerantly hugs the body, a comfortable steering wheel fits perfectly in the hands and is adjustable in height and depth, a strict instrument panel with two radii is complemented by a color screen of the on-board computer and provides a full set of necessary information, the engine is started by a button. The austerity and German pedantry of the placement of the music control units, the air conditioning and heating system, the auxiliary function buttons, the gearbox control knob is convenient and correct, but somewhat boring.
The list of additional equipment is extensive and in addition to the mass of proposed options for fabric and leather upholstery of seats, decorative inserts, a 6.5-inch or 8.8-inch color monitor with an iDrive control system, a navigator, a rearview camera, a parking assistant, parking sensors, traffic sign monitoring systems are offered , lane markings and blind spots, dual-zone climate control, 205 W acoustics with 7 speakers and even an advanced Harman Kardon Surround Sound system (12 speakers 360 W), electric drive of the first row of seats with memory of the driver's seat settings or sports seats, adaptive xenon headlights, electric sunroof, cruise control and other attributes of a modern car.
In the second row, designed for three passengers, it will be very difficult for a person sitting in the center to find legroom, because the very high tunnel is to blame. So it will turn out to be comfortable for two. It is convenient to get into the five-door version of the BMW 1 Series thanks to the wide doorway, but it is not so easy to climb into the back row of the three-door. There is enough space in the width and height of the passenger compartment in the second row, the margin of free legroom for those sitting in the back is minimal, especially if the driver and front passenger are taller than average.
The luggage compartment volume of the second generation "kopeck" BMW allows you to count on the placement of 360 liters of cargo with passengers in the rear seats; if you need to transport large luggage, the cargo capacity can be increased to 1200 liters by lowering the split backrest forward.
Specifications 2013 BMW 1 Series: when the generations changed, BMW engineers left the suspension of the new BMW 1 Series (F20) unchanged - MacPherson struts in front and aluminum arms from the BMW 5 Series (E60), but new supports and an extended subframe were used, the rear suspension was a steel multi-link from BMW 3 Series (F30).
For more stable behavior at high speed, the front wheels have been widened by 51 mm and the rear ones by 72 mm compared to the previous generation of the model. Install electric power steering, dynamic stability control DSC with ABS, ASC and DBC, as well as dynamic traction control (DTC).
As an option, you can order electric Variable Sport Steering with a variable gear ratio, adaptive dampers and a sports suspension lowered by 10 mm.
For Russian motorists, the new generation of BMW 1-series (F20) is offered with two petrol and one diesel four-cylinder engines, as well as a hurricane version of the M135i with a petrol six-cylinder M Performance TwinPower Turbo.
All engines are equipped with a BMW TwinPower Turbo system with Auto Start Stop and an energy recovery system, 6 manual transmissions are installed by default, an automatic transmission 8 automatic transmissions is available as an option.
- Diesel BMW 1-series 120d with a 2.0 liter (184 hp) with 6 manual transmissions (8 automatic transmissions) accelerates a car weighing from 1420 (1440) kg to 100 km / h in 7.2 (7.3) seconds, the maximum speed is 228 km / h ... The manufacturer claims fuel consumption in the combined cycle of about 4.5 liters. The diesel hatchback can be equipped with an all-wheel drive xDrive transmission.
Gasoline:
- BMW 1-series 116i with a 1.6-liter (136 hp) paired with a 6 manual transmission (8 automatic transmission) is able to accelerate a hatchback weighing from 1365 (1385) kg to the first hundred in 8.5 (8.7) seconds and reach the maximum 210 km / h. Average fuel consumption on the way will be about 5.5 liters.
- The BMW 1-series 118i with a 1.6-liter (170 hp) in tandem with a 6 manual transmission (8 automatic transmission) will shoot a car and driver with a curb weight from 1370 (1390) kg to a hundred in 7.4 (7.5) seconds, with the maximum speed is 225 (222) km / h, the fuel consumption in the combined mode is about 5.8 liters.
- BMW 1-series M135i with 3.0-liter (320 hp) and 6 manual transmissions catapults a sports hatchback up to 100 km / h in 5.1 seconds, fuel consumption is declared at 8 liters in the combined cycle.
- BMW 1-series M135i xDrive with 3.0-liter (320 hp) and 8 automatic transmissions will deliver the driver and the car to the first hundred in 4.7 seconds, gasoline consumption in the combined cycle is 7.8 liters. The maximum speed of both versions is limited to 250 km / h.
In real operating conditions, the fuel consumption of a diesel engine is about 6-6.5 liters, gasoline 1.6-liter engines consume at least 7.5-8 liters, and a powerful 320-strong engine can drink more than 12-14 liters.
Test drive BMW 1-series 2013: the smallest BMW, popularly nicknamed "penny", like its larger brothers. It features a stiff suspension, sharp steering, and phenomenal handling. But the engines are tuned for economy mode (we do not take into account the M135i). The car was created to expand the army of fans of the Bavarian automaker, and in our opinion, it is a successful competitor for and
How much does a BMW 1-series 2013 cost in Russia? You can get a ticket to the BMW family for only 895 thousand rubles. This is the price in Russia for the basic configuration of the BMW 116i (136 hp 6 manual transmissions) in official dealerships. With the increase in engine power and filling with additional options, the cost will easily exceed a million and a half rubles, but competitors do not differ in the modestness of the figures on the price tags of cars offered for sale.
The hatchback BMW 1 (I E87) was launched in 2004 and rolled off the assembly line in 2012. Today, on the used car market, these cars cost, on average, 500,000 rubles.
The BMW 1 is a small car. Externally and technical characteristics it stands out from a number of comfortable representative German cars of Bavarian production.
A little about the characteristics
The hatchback has the most sporty fit, in which even a two-meter driver will be comfortable driving. The seats here are with adjustable lateral bolsters, and the handlebars are small in diameter with a wide rim.
As for the rear seats, they are not designed for a comfortable ride. There is not much space in the back - both in height and forward.
The engine in the German "kopeck" is located just behind the front axle. The main feature of the hatchback is the even distribution of weight between the front and rear axles.
All this, together with the rear-wheel drive, makes driving a car close to sporty, comparable even with go-kart driving. The compact car "clings" pretty well to dry asphalt. But when driving at high speeds and on wet surfaces, it can feel uncontrollable.
Six airbags and ABS and DSC systems make the car safer.
What units are in BMW 1 (I E87)
The BMW 1 (I E87) has a huge range of petrol and diesel engines:
- BMW 116i - 1.6L, 115 HP, 5 manual gearboxes
- BMW 116i - 1.6L, 115 HP, 6 speed manual
- BMW 118d - 2.0L, 122 HP, 6MKPP,
- BMW 118i - 2.0L, 129 HP, 5MKPP
- BMW 118i - 2.0L, 129 HP, 6АКПП
- BMW 118i - 2.0L, 129 HP, 6MKPP
- BMW 120d - 2.0L, 163 HP, 6MKPP
- BMW 120d - 2.0L, 163 HP, 6АКПП
- BMW 120i - 2.0L, 150 HP, 6MKPP
- BMW 120i - 2.0L, 150 HP, 6АКПП
- BMW 130i - 3.0L, 265 HP, 6MKPP
- BMW 130i - 3.0L, 265 HP, 6АКПП
The most optimal of the entire line is a 122-horsepower diesel engine. It has less fuel consumption with more vigorous acceleration and speed indicators. At the same time, it is quite reliable and does not require large investments.
Note that gasoline engines are sold better, and Russian drivers have more confidence in them.
Sores of the German "one"
"Pennies" from Germany do not tolerate the Russian winter well. Often, after parking in the cold, the car does not start immediately. On four-cylinder cars of 1.6 liters, two cylinders are seized.
On BMW 1 (I E87) doors periodically freeze - both front and rear. It is impossible to get into the car after a night on the cold street. Therefore, it is better that the German woman sleeps in the garage.
Russian roads are another problem for the BMW 1 (I E87). She has a low ground clearance. On the highway, the hatchback goes very well, holds the road well. But small holes and speed bumps are already a test for a low BMW 1.
With a mileage of two hundred thousand km, a replacement may require a rear gearbox. Rear and front struts (some cost about 8,000 rubles) also need periodic replacement.
On the "one" is a capricious battery. It may require replacement, which is more than 20,000 rubles + delivery and installation costs.
Parts for BMW 1 are sometimes not easy to find. Maintenance of Bavarian cars is expensive. But the installation of original spare parts on the car helps to forget about any problems for a long time.
Expenses
Copecks "eat" butter. But with timely replacement, about once every 10 thousand km, they please the owners.
With their compactness, cars are quite voracious. Fuel consumption in the city at all kopecks from 10 liters per 100 thousand km.
Peculiarities
The BMW 1 (I E87) has several nuances "for an amateur". Low ground clearance is one such feature. Although, taking into account the average condition of roads in Russia, the attitude towards this moment is being formed rather unequivocally. And this is rather a disadvantage than a plus. Although the car looks more interesting due to this.
Many girls, apparently because of the size of the car, consider it feminine. They buy, and then they complain that there is nowhere to put the child - there is very little space in the back. Indeed, there is no space in the rear seats. But this is due to the technical characteristics and high maneuverability of the compact hatchback, which does not claim to be a family car.
For the same reason, there is not much space in the trunk of the BMW 1. Although it is freed up due to the absence of a spare wheel in it. But even this becomes a problem for some. RunFlat tires solve the problem of lack of spare wheel. But finding such rubber is problematic.
The suspension on the BMW 1 may seem too rough and stiff. But how the car drives, how it enters the turns - everything justifies.
What BMW 1 is hiding
The BMW 1 (I E87) is not a family minivan or an executive sedan. It is a compact, nimble car that can drive fast, handle tricky corners, be agile and fun to drive for fun-lovers.
That is why the hatchback often falls into the hands of young guys who are not always careful while driving. And often such cars, after several years of operation, have repeatedly participated in road accidents, repaired and painted. Therefore, if you want to become the owner of a "one", first check the history of a used car through "Autocode".
In Yekaterinburg, a car produced in 2005 is being sold. We decided to check it out.
It can be seen from the report that the ad indicates the actual year of production, the car did not participate in the accident, is not pledged or stolen.
Autocode showed that this car had 11 owners. That's quite a lot. It is worth considering why the hatchback was often resold.
Another car from Yekaterinburg a year younger.
We also checked the history of its operation through Avtokod.
From the report, we saw that the car was involved in an accident, the impact fell on the side part - possibly, the doors and fenders of the car were damaged.
There are fines, including unpaid fines. The previous owner drove inaccurately. It is likely that the racer's car will also have technical malfunctions. They can be identified using on-site diagnostics.
BMW 1 stands for timeless German reliability. But in order not to face unpleasant surprises during operation, check the car before buying.
This car was the brand's first experience in creating compact models. And, it must be admitted, far from unsuccessful. The little "Bavarian" was able to conquer many with an excellently tuned chassis, as well as good acceleration dynamics.
I generation (E81 / E82 / E87 / E88)
The first generation of the BMW 1-Series was born in 2004. The car attracted a lot of attention from automotive journalists and especially fans of the brand. Fans at first were extremely skeptical about the compact, but later changed their minds, making sure that the car can drive as recklessly as more "older" models in the concern.
The range of gasoline engines consists of:
- 1.6 liter engine. Power is equal to 115 horsepower. Together with the installation, a mechanical box with six steps or a six-band "automatic" is working.
- Power units 2.0 liters. The potential numbers 129 and 150 "horses". Transmissions - 6МКП or 6АКП.
- Engine 3.0 liters. Gives out 265 forces. It is completed with a six-speed "mechanics" or a six-speed automatic transmission.
Diesel power plants are presented:
- Engines 2.0 liters. Power output is equal to 122 and 163 horsepower.
- Transmissions - six-speed manual or six-speed automatic.
The front suspension is a MacPherson style with the levers made of aluminum. Rear suspension - multi-link, steel levers. The drive is traditional for Bavarian cars - to the rear wheels.
The body of the BMW 1-series is one of the best in the segment in terms of streamlining. The drag coefficient is 0.29 points. 
I generation (E81 / E82 / E87 / E88). Restyling
The model was updated in 2007. The appearance has hardly changed except for the bumpers and rims. Inside, the materials of decoration have improved, as well as the configuration has expanded.
In addition to the five-door hatchback (E87), the bodywork range has been replenished:
- Three-door hatchback (E81).
- Two-door coupe (E82).
- Coupe-convertible (E88).
- 1.6 liter engine. Power is equal to 122 horsepower. It is aggregated with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission.
- Engines 2.0 liter. The recoil is equal to 136 and 170 forces. Together, 6MKP or 6AKP works.
The power plant of 2.0 liters with a capacity of 129 forces is excluded from the range.
The line of diesel engines has changed completely and looks like this:
- Engines 2.0 liter. The power is equal to 116, 143, 177 forces. Transmissions - "mechanics" with six gears or six-speed "automatic".
- 2.0 liter engine. Develops 204 "horses". Together with it, 6MKP or 6AKP works.
I generation (E81 / E82 / E87 / E88). Restyling 2
The final modernization was carried out in 2010. Only a two-door coupe, a coupe-cabriolet remained in the line of bodies. The configuration of the head optics and the shape of the bumpers have changed.
Gasoline engines are presented:
- Aggregates 3.0 liters. Power is equal to 218 and 306 horsepower. The first version is equipped with 6MKP and 6AKP, the second - with a six-speed manual or seven-speed robotic transmission.
- The power plant is 2.0 liters. Gives out 170 "horses". It is completed with a mechanical six-speed gearbox or an automatic six-speed gearbox.
The diesel line includes two-liter engines with 177 and 204 horsepower. Together with them, 6МКП or 6АКП works.
User opinion
BMW 1-series has proven itself well in operation. Reviews indicate that basic gasoline engines tolerate low-quality gasoline well, but powerful six-cylinder units are afraid of overheating, and the suspension is afraid of bad roads. 
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Exterior
This Bavarian car cannot be called beautiful. Nevertheless, it attracts everyone's attention with a branded grille, large headlights and harmonious body proportions.
Aggression is added by uniquely designed wheel rims, as well as a massive front bumper.
Interior
The interior is somewhat ascetic, and the quality of finishing materials is far from ideal. For example, plastic is hard and echoing, and the skin is rough to the touch. But, in terms of ergonomics - no questions asked.
All controls are in close proximity to the driver and he does not need to be distracted from the road. The analogue instrument panel with red illumination and contrasting dials adjusts to the active mood, moreover, it is perfectly readable in any weather.
In move
The most common is the 118i modification with a two-liter engine (136 horsepower) and an automatic transmission. It is great for both the city and the highway.
The engine pulls at low and medium revs. The sensitive gas pedal makes it possible to accurately distribute torque, and the nimble automatic transmission pleases with quick shifts.
The steering is highly informative and responsive. When cornering, rolls are present, but they do not affect stability. Oversteer adds a degree of excitement to driving.
II generation (F20 / F21)
The new generation of the model went on sale in 2011. BMW 1-Series received a stylish design, as well as supercharged motors.
The car is presented on the market as:
- Three-door hatchback (F21).
- Five-door hatchback (F20).
Gasoline installations:
- Engines 1.6 liter (turbo). Power is 136, 170 forces. Equipped with a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
- 2.0 liter engine. Recoil is equal to 218 horsepower. Works together with 6MKP / 6AKP.
- Power unit 3.0 liters (turbo). Develops 320 "horses". It is completed with a mechanics with "six" steps or an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive system available.
Diesel range:
- The power unit is 1.6 liters. Gives out 116 forces. Equipped with 6MKP / 8AKP.
- Engines 2.0 liter. Power is 116, 143, 184, 218 horsepower. They work in conjunction with a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission. Four wheel drive available.
Generation II (F20 / F21). Restyling
In 2015, a video presentation of the BMW 1-series, which has undergone a restyling procedure, took place. Outside, the car began to look more aggressive thanks to new headlights, bumpers and body kit. Inside, the dashboard and center console have been updated.
Specifications have also been revised. The petrol range now looks like this:
- 1.5 liter engine (turbo). Develops 136 horsepower. Equipped with 6MKP / 8AKP.
- 1.6 liter engine (turbo). Power is equal to 184 forces. It is aggregated with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
- Power plants 2.0 liters. They give out 218 and 223 horsepower. Equipped with 8АКП.
- 3.0 liter engine. The potential is 326 "horses". Works together with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Diesel line:
- 1.5 liter engine. Power is equal to 116 horsepower. 6MKP / 8AKP is aggregated.
- Engines 2.0 liter. Develop 150, 190, 224 strength. Equipped with a mechanical six-speed transmission and an eight-band "automatic".
What do the owners think?
"Bavarian" pleases its owners with an excellent chassis and dynamics. At the same time, the reliability of turbo engines that run on gasoline is unimportant. Namely, engines are demanding on the quality of fuel and their fuel system constantly hints about this. 
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Appearance
The second generation of the Bavarian compact looks stylish and aggressive. It is worth noting a low body with tight proportions, a low body kit, as well as narrowed headlights. The front wheel arches protrude slightly, thus hinting at the sporting inclinations of the car.
Salon
The center console is turned towards the driver at a certain angle, obligingly substituting the air conditioning and media system units under the right hand. The instrument panel is still analog, but it is equipped with an on-board computer LCD monitor.
The latter is informative and understandable from the point of view of the interface. The display of the multimedia complex has the ability to display a navigation map, an overview from a rear view camera, as well as data when synchronized with mobile devices.
In move
The most common version of the BMW 1-series has a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine that develops 136 horsepower. It is equipped with an eight-band automatic transmission.
The dynamics of this engine is enough for the eyes of an ordinary driver. The motor shows a lively temper at medium / high revs, and the transmission quickly changes gears.
The handling doesn't disappoint either. It should be noted the sensitive steering wheel and small rolls in the corners. However, the stabilization system often seeks to control the behavior of the car on the arc, so there is a tendency to understeer.
Suspension - with short strokes and high energy consumption. It would seem that you can forget about driving comfort. But the test drive revealed that the BMW 1-Series simply ignores minor irregularities, maintaining a high smoothness.
Photos of all generations of the BMW 1-Series:
