BMW 1-Series Convertible (08 on) - Review

There are three trim levels - ES, SE and M Sport. The entry-level ES model comes well equipped (although it should do given the price tag) with 16-inch alloy wheels, stability control, run flat tyres, manual air conditioning, electric windows, a CD stereo with an auxiliary input and an electrically operated roof. The SE adds key equipment such as a multifunction steering wheel, climate control, heated mirrors, rear parking sensors and front fog lights. The M Sport adds 18-inch alloys, sports suspension, sports seats and an M Sport body kit. Opt for leather upholstery and it will be fitted with sun reflective material as standard - perfect on a summer's day. The seats reflect the sun's rays and is to make them 20 degrees cooler than that of standard leather seats on a hot day - so the seats don't scorch when you sit back in the car after leaving it open in the sun. In 2009 a Sport trim was added to the line-up. Available on all four-cylinder models the specification includes 17-inch alloy wheels, front foglights, heated mirrors, sport multi-function leather steering wheel and sports seats.