BMW 1-Series Hatchback (04-11) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 30 July 2008
The unusual looks of the BMW 1-Series may not have been universally acclaimed when it was first launched but the hatchback has become a hugely popular model. Good to drive and with a great choice of engines it's is the cheapest way of owning a BMW. In 2007 the line-up was further improved with a range of fuel-saving measures called Efficient Dynamics. Fitted to all models, drivers will hardly notice any difference but both fuel economy and emissions are significantly lowered. Up to 60mpg is offered on diesel models while all four-cylinder engines have increased power along with improved efficiency. There are more practical cars available for the money but none are as engaging to drive as the 1-Series.
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Equipment

Standard kit is fairly good on the 1-Series - all models get six airbags, run-flat tyres with puncture warning system, on-board computer, Isofix child seat mountings and CD player. The SE adds 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control, front arm rest, front fog lamps, interior auto dimming mirror, three-spoke leather sports multifunction steering wheel and rear park distance control. Sport models add Black Gomera interior trim, colour coded exterior body parts, sports seats and sports suspension. The M Sport is the same as the Sport model but with a styling kit. The options list is extensive and includes leather trim, business and professional navigation with iDrive controller/folding screen, HiFi speaker system and a Professional HiFi with Logic7. In March 2008 an Edition ES model was introduced on 116i and 118d models which adds £1,350 worth of extra equipment including sport seats, 17-inch star spoke alloys, front fog lights and a three-spoke leather multifunction steering wheel.

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  • 3x3 point rear seat belts
  • ABS
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • Audio remote
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • CD
  • Climate control
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Front fog lights
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Leather seat trim
  • Parking sensors
  • PAS
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
  • Remote locking
  • Sat Nav
  • Service indicator
  • Side airbags
  • Sports seats
  • Steel wheels
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
  • Telephone
  • Traction control
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