The BMW 1-Series: a tour de force in the premium compact class
The success story of this sporty compact model dates back to late-summer 2004 and the introduction of the original BMW 1-Series. Thanks to its superior agility and driving dynamics, it rapidly positioned itself as the epitome of sporting prowess in the compact segment. To date, more than two million units of the BMW 1-Series have been sold worldwide, of which approximately 960,000 are from the latest model generation. Germany is the most important international market and this is where one in four BMW 1-Series is sold, followed by the UK (20 per cent) and China (eight per cent). The BMW 1-Series is built in Germany at the plants in Regensburg (3-door and 5- door models) and Leipzig (5-door). There are also assembly plants for the Asia-Pacific region in Chennai (India) and Rayong (Thailand).
2018 BMW 1-Series 3-door New special-edition models with striking looks
The BMW 1-Series is unmistakeably sporty: dynamic contours, the distinctive kidney grille, long bonnet and a sportily stylish rear define its appearance. New special-edition models – the Edition Sport Line Shadow, Edition M Sport Shadow and BMW M140i Edition Shadow – see BMW emphasising the youthfully refreshing, sporty character of the 1-Series. The special editions stand out from their siblings with a kidney grille frame painted in black, LED headlights with black inserts and darkened rear lights which likewise feature LED technology. The BMW 1-Series Edition M Sport Shadow has black exhaust tailpipes, too. The new exterior colours Seaside Blue and Sunset Orange also contribute to the new car’s more striking looks. The Sport Line, Urban Line and M Sport variants of the BMW 1-Series remain in the line-up alongside the standard model. And now there are also specialedition models to choose from. The handover from one model to the next sees five new light-alloy wheels being added to the range in 17- and 18-inch formats. A total of 16 different wheel designs – in sizes ranging from 16 to 18 inches – provide plenty of scope for personalisation. The new BMW 1-Series Edition Sport Line Shadow comes with exclusive 17-inch lightalloy wheels (725) as standard. The Edition M Sport Shadow has 18-inch wheels in either Jet Black or Bicolour Jet Black (719 M) to complement its shadow-like character. And an additional 18-inch light-alloy wheel design is offered for the M140i/M140i xDrive Edition Shadow (436 M in Orbit Grey).
Using iDrive, the touchscreen or voice control to operate various functions
The new BMW 1-Series is equipped with the latest generation of the iDrive operating system as standard. Using the iDrive Touch Controller allows the driver to comfortably access and activate a variety of vehicle, navigation and entertainment functions with one hand. Thanks to the touchpad integrated into the Controller, it is easy to enter destinations for the navigation system in handwriting style. If the optional Navigation system Professional is fitted, the high-resolution central 8.8-inch display now comes in touchscreen form. Intelligent voice control is the third way of operating these functions.
Perfectly connected from the word go
Thanks to the standard built-in SIM card in the BMW 1-Series, ConnectedDrive provides optimum connectivity and access to BMW services without having to rely on the customer’s smartphone. These include the Concierge Services, where personal assistants select destinations such as restaurants or hotels for the driver while en route, make reservations and then send the information directly to the vehicle’s navigation system, complete with all contact details. Online Entertainment gives BMW 1-Series occupants a choice of millions of music tracks and audio books, while RTTI (Real Time Traffic Information) finds a smart way around traffic jams. RTTI now also includes a hazard preview based on fleet information, meaning that in addition to the real-time traffic situation, the service also notifies drivers of dangerous situations – such as accidents or heavy rain – detected by other BMW vehicles. Anonymised sensor data is used for this purpose. Hazard reports and rain are shown on the map in the vehicle’s display, while a warning and message appear on the navigation map when approaching the location of the danger.
Plus, in selected cities in Germany and the USA, the On-Street Parking Information service uses the Navigation system Professional display to indicate the probability of finding an available roadside parking space.
BMW Connected and the Remote Services allow BMW 1-Series drivers to stay in touch with their car at all times, no matter where they are. They can control the heating and ventilation, lock and unlock the doors and call up vehicle-related information, quickly and easily using their smartphone. And if they happen to forget where they parked their car, they can check its location on a map via BMW Connected. Alternatively, the vehicle’s horn or headlight flasher can be activated remotely in order to locate it in a large car park, for example. With the help of Alexa and Alexa-capable devices, BMW 1-Series drivers in Germany and the UK can even manage their appointments in the BMW Connected mobility agenda and operate vehicle functions by voice control from the comfort of their home.
For the first time, BMW now offers Microsoft Office 365 users a secure server connection for exchanging and editing emails, calendar entries and contact details in the BMW 1-Series, thanks to the car’s built-in Microsoft Exchange function.
Highly efficient three-, four- and six-cylinder power units
The new BMW 1-Series comes with a wide choice of petrol and diesel engines, comprising three-, four- and six-cylinder variants. They all hail from the state-of-the-art BMW EfficientDynamics engine family and feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. With the exception of the BMW 116i, 116d EfficientDynamics Edition and 118d xDrive, all models can be specified with the eight-speed Steptronic or eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission as an alternative to the six-speed manual gearshift. The M140i xDrive can only be ordered with the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.
On the petrol side, the line-up ranges from the BMW 116i – whose turbocharged three-cylinder unit produces 80 kW/109 hp (fuel consumption combined: 5.4 – 5.0 l/100 km [52.3 – 56.5 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 126 – 116 g/km) – to the BMW M140i M Performance model, which stirs 250 kW/340 hp from its six-cylinder in-line engine (fuel consumption combined: 7.8 – 7.1 l/100 km [36.2 – 39.8 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 179 – 163 g/km).
The diesel models likewise draw their power from cutting-edge engine technology. In addition to a basic concept that is inherently more efficient, all the three- and four-cylinder units feature new turbocharger technology and enhanced common-rail direct injection systems. At the lower end of the power spectrum is the BMW 116d, delivering 85 kW/116 hp and maximum torque of 270 Newton metres (199 lb-ft). In the process, it burns 4.1 – 3.6 litres of fuel per 100 km (68.9 – 78.5 mpg imp), equating to CO2 emissions of 107 – 96 g/km. In extra-efficient BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition guise, fuel consumption is a frugal 3.8 – 3.4 l/100 km (74.3 – 83.1 mpg imp), resulting in CO2 emissions of 101 – 89 g/km. The most powerful four-cylinder diesel engine in the line-up can be found in the new BMW 125d. The multi-stage turbocharging technology, including variable turbine geometry for the high-pressure turbocharger, results in remarkably quick response, output of 165 kW/224 hp and peak torque of 450 Newton metres (332 lb-ft). Combined fuel consumption comes in at 4.6 – 4.3 l/100 km [61.4 – 65.7 mpg imp] and combined CO2 emissions are 120 – 114 g/km.
The BMW 1-Series: a tour de force in the premium compact class
The success story of this sporty compact model dates back to late-summer 2004 and the introduction of the original BMW 1-Series. Thanks to its superior agility and driving dynamics, it rapidly positioned itself as the epitome of sporting prowess in the compact segment. To date, more than two million units of the BMW 1-Series have been sold worldwide, of which approximately 960,000 are from the latest model generation. Germany is the most important international market and this is where one in four BMW 1-Series is sold, followed by the UK (20 per cent) and China (eight per cent). The BMW 1-Series is built in Germany at the plants in Regensburg (3-door and 5- door models) and Leipzig (5-door). There are also assembly plants for the Asia-Pacific region in Chennai (India) and Rayong (Thailand).
2018 BMW 1-Series 3-door New special-edition models with striking looks
The BMW 1-Series is unmistakeably sporty: dynamic contours, the distinctive kidney grille, long bonnet and a sportily stylish rear define its appearance. New special-edition models - the Edition Sport Line Shadow, Edition M Sport Shadow and BMW M140i Edition Shadow - see BMW emphasising the youthfully refreshing, sporty character of the 1-Series. The special editions stand out from their siblings with a kidney grille frame painted in black, LED headlights with black inserts and darkened rear lights which likewise feature LED technology. The BMW 1-Series Edition M Sport Shadow has black exhaust tailpipes, too. The new exterior colours Seaside Blue and Sunset Orange also contribute to the new car's more striking looks. The Sport Line, Urban Line and M Sport variants of the BMW 1-Series remain in the line-up alongside the standard model. And now there are also specialedition models to choose from. The handover from one model to the next sees five new light-alloy wheels being added to the range in 17- and 18-inch formats. A total of 16 different wheel designs - in sizes ranging from 16 to 18 inches - provide plenty of scope for personalisation. The new BMW 1-Series Edition Sport Line Shadow comes with exclusive 17-inch lightalloy wheels (725) as standard. The Edition M Sport Shadow has 18-inch wheels in either Jet Black or Bicolour Jet Black (719 M) to complement its shadow-like character. And an additional 18-inch light-alloy wheel design is offered for the M140i/M140i xDrive Edition Shadow (436 M in Orbit Grey).
Using iDrive, the touchscreen or voice control to operate various functions
The new BMW 1-Series is equipped with the latest generation of the iDrive operating system as standard. Using the iDrive Touch Controller allows the driver to comfortably access and activate a variety of vehicle, navigation and entertainment functions with one hand. Thanks to the touchpad integrated into the Controller, it is easy to enter destinations for the navigation system in handwriting style. If the optional Navigation system Professional is fitted, the high-resolution central 8.8-inch display now comes in touchscreen form. Intelligent voice control is the third way of operating these functions.
Perfectly connected from the word go
Thanks to the standard built-in SIM card in the BMW 1-Series, ConnectedDrive provides optimum connectivity and access to BMW services without having to rely on the customer's smartphone. These include the Concierge Services, where personal assistants select destinations such as restaurants or hotels for the driver while en route, make reservations and then send the information directly to the vehicle's navigation system, complete with all contact details. Online Entertainment gives BMW 1-Series occupants a choice of millions of music tracks and audio books, while RTTI (Real Time Traffic Information) finds a smart way around traffic jams. RTTI now also includes a hazard preview based on fleet information, meaning that in addition to the real-time traffic situation, the service also notifies drivers of dangerous situations - such as accidents or heavy rain - detected by other BMW vehicles. Anonymised sensor data is used for this purpose. Hazard reports and rain are shown on the map in the vehicle's display, while a warning and message appear on the navigation map when approaching the location of the danger.
Plus, in selected cities in Germany and the USA, the On-Street Parking Information service uses the Navigation system Professional display to indicate the probability of finding an available roadside parking space.
BMW Connected and the Remote Services allow BMW 1-Series drivers to stay in touch with their car at all times, no matter where they are. They can control the heating and ventilation, lock and unlock the doors and call up vehicle-related information, quickly and easily using their smartphone. And if they happen to forget where they parked their car, they can check its location on a map via BMW Connected. Alternatively, the vehicle's horn or headlight flasher can be activated remotely in order to locate it in a large car park, for example. With the help of Alexa and Alexa-capable devices, BMW 1-Series drivers in Germany and the UK can even manage their appointments in the BMW Connected mobility agenda and operate vehicle functions by voice control from the comfort of their home.
For the first time, BMW now offers Microsoft Office 365 users a secure server connection for exchanging and editing emails, calendar entries and contact details in the BMW 1-Series, thanks to the car's built-in Microsoft Exchange function.
Highly efficient three-, four- and six-cylinder power units
The new BMW 1-Series comes with a wide choice of petrol and diesel engines, comprising three-, four- and six-cylinder variants. They all hail from the state-of-the-art BMW EfficientDynamics engine family and feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. With the exception of the BMW 116i, 116d EfficientDynamics Edition and 118d xDrive, all models can be specified with the eight-speed Steptronic or eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission as an alternative to the six-speed manual gearshift. The M140i xDrive can only be ordered with the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.
On the petrol side, the line-up ranges from the BMW 116i - whose turbocharged three-cylinder unit produces 80 kW/109 hp (fuel consumption combined: 5.4 - 5.0 l/100 km [52.3 - 56.5 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 126 - 116 g/km) - to the BMW M140i M Performance model, which stirs 250 kW/340 hp from its six-cylinder in-line engine (fuel consumption combined: 7.8 - 7.1 l/100 km [36.2 - 39.8 mpg imp]; CO2 emissions combined: 179 - 163 g/km).
The diesel models likewise draw their power from cutting-edge engine technology. In addition to a basic concept that is inherently more efficient, all the three- and four-cylinder units feature new turbocharger technology and enhanced common-rail direct injection systems. At the lower end of the power spectrum is the BMW 116d, delivering 85 kW/116 hp and maximum torque of 270 Newton metres (199 lb-ft). In the process, it burns 4.1 - 3.6 litres of fuel per 100 km (68.9 - 78.5 mpg imp), equating to CO2 emissions of 107 - 96 g/km. In extra-efficient BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition guise, fuel consumption is a frugal 3.8 - 3.4 l/100 km (74.3 - 83.1 mpg imp), resulting in CO2 emissions of 101 - 89 g/km. The most powerful four-cylinder diesel engine in the line-up can be found in the new BMW 125d. The multi-stage turbocharging technology, including variable turbine geometry for the high-pressure turbocharger, results in remarkably quick response, output of 165 kW/224 hp and peak torque of 450 Newton metres (332 lb-ft). Combined fuel consumption comes in at 4.6 - 4.3 l/100 km [61.4 - 65.7 mpg imp] and combined CO2 emissions are 120 - 114 g/km.
