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(from BMW Press Release) Unique
driving pleasure in a premium compact car: The new BMW 1 Series
• The new BMW 1
Series: the second generation of this pioneering premium compact
range. Still the only rear-wheel-drive model in its class. Even
more sporty and fuel-efficient than before, and significantly
more comfortable and spacious. Outstanding interior and
exclusive features, occupying a distinctive niche within its
segment. Unique combination of premium-quality handling,
aesthetics and innovative technology.
• Five doors. Bold, swept-back body; uniquely high-quality,
sporty design with BMW’s typically elegant proportions and
boldly shaped surfaces. Youthful, lively image enhanced by
design elements highlighting the maturity and premium status of
the new BMW 1 Series. BMW Sport Line and BMW Urban Line provide
added scope for personalization using exclusive interior and
exterior design features and equipment.
• For the first time, all the petrol and diesel engines for the
BMW 1 Series now feature new BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. A
new generation of 1.6-litre petrol engines: BMW 116i with 100
kW/136 hp, BMW 118i with 125 kW/170 hp. Radically redesigned
2.0-litre diesel engines: BMW 116d with 85 kW/116 hp, BMW 118d
with 105 kW/143 hp, BMW 120d with 135 kW/184 hp. Also scheduled
for launch soon is the BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition, with
a 85-kW/116-hp 1.6 litre diesel engine and additional
fuel-saving technologies that will keep CO2 emissions over the
EU testing cycle down to just 99 g/km.
• BMW 1 Series still a market leader with its BMW
EfficientDynamics technology: first car in the world in its
segment with optional eight-speed automatic transmission,
Automatic Start/Stop function in both manual and automatic
transmissions. ECO PRO mode is activated using the driving
experience switch (included as standard).
• Significantly improved comfort and unique handling thanks to
rear-wheel drive, in-line engines, perfectly balanced weight
distribution and advanced suspension technology. Double-joint
cross-strut front axle; five-link rear axle; high-precision
electromechanical power steering with no interference from the
drive train. Optional Variable Sports Steering; DSC Driving
Stability Control including DTC Dynamic Traction Control and
electronically locking rear differential as standard.
At a glance.
• Body 85
millimetres longer, wheelbase 30 millimetres longer, front track
51 millimetres wider and rear track 72 millimetres wider than
previous model; height remains unchanged, but 17 millimetres of
increased width create a more spacious interior and a sportier
look. 21 millimetres more rear legroom; luggage compartment
expanded from 330 to 360 litres; luggage capacity expandable to
a maximum of 1,200 litres with rear seats folded down (40/20/40
seats available optionally). Large number of storage
compartments, shelves and cupholders in cockpit.
• Highly torsion-resistant body for increased responsiveness and
passenger protection. Comprehensive range of safety equipment
including front, side and head airbags.
• High-quality interior with driver-friendly cockpit and
outstanding materials and finishes; optional iDrive system with
integral dashboard control display using the exclusive BMW
flatscreen design.
• BMW ConnectedDrive: a comprehensive and (for a compact car)
unique selection of optional driver assistance systems and
mobility services. High-beam assistance, Adaptive Headlights,
parking assistance, reversing camera, Lane Departure Warning
including Collision Warning, cruise control with brake function,
speed-limit and no-passing information, Internet connectivity,
increased smartphone and music player integration, real-time
traffic information, and web radio, Facebook and Twitter apps.
• Model versions: BMW 118i: Four-cylinder in-line petrol engine
with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology package, consisting of
twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC
and Double-VANOS variable valve control, capacity: 1, 598 cc,
output: 125 kW/170 hp at 4,800 rpm, maximum torque: 250 Nm at
1,500 – 4,500 rpm, acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 7.4 seconds,
maximum speed: 225 km/h, combined-cycle fuel consumption*: 5.8 –
5.9 litres/100 kilometres, CO2 emissions*: 134 – 137 g/km,
emissions standard: EU5. BMW 116i: Four-cylinder in-line petrol
engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology package, consisting
of twin-scroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection,
VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS variable valve control, capacity:
1,598 cc, output: 100 kW/136 hp at 4, 400 rpm, maximum torque:
220 Nm at 1,350 – 4, 300 rpm, acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 8.5
seconds, maximum speed: 210 km/h, combined-cycle fuel
consumption*: 5.5 – 5.7 litres/100 kilometres, CO2 emissions*:
129 – 132 g/km, emissions standard: EU5. BMW 120d: Four-cylinder
in-line diesel engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology
package, consisting of variable-geometry turbocharger,
common-rail magnetic-valve direct injection (max. injection
pressure: 1,800 bar), capacity: 1,955 cc, output: 135 kW/184 hp
at 4, 000 rpm, maximum torque: 380 Nm at 1,750 – 2, 750 rpm,
acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 7.2 seconds, maximum speed: 228
km/h, combined-cycle fuel consumption*: 4.5 – 4.6 litres/100
kilometres, CO2 emissions*: 119 – 122 g/km, emissions standard:
EU5. BMW 118d: Four-cylinder in-line diesel engine with BMW
TwinPower Turbo technology package, consisting of
variable-geometry turbocharger, common-rail, magnetic-valve
direct injection (max. injection pressure: 1,600 bar), capacity:
1,955 cc, output: 105 kW/143 hp at 4,000 rpm, max. torque: 320
Nm at 1,750 – 2, 500 rpm, acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 8.9
seconds, maximum speed: 212 km/h, combined-cycle fuel
consumption*: 4.4 – 4.5 litres/100 kilometres, CO2 emissions*:
115 – 118 g/km, emissions standard: EU5. BMW 116d: Four-cylinder
in-line diesel engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology
package, consisting of variable-geometry turbocharger with
common-rail, magnetic-valve direct injection (max. injection
pressure: 1,600 bar), capacity: 1,955 cc, output: 85 kW/116 hp
at 4,000 rpm, maximum torque: 260 Nm at 1,750 – 2,500 rpm,
acceleration [0 – 100 km/h]: 10.3 seconds, maximum speed: 200
km/h, combined-cycle fuel consumption*: 4.3 – 4.5 litres/100
kilometres, CO2 emissions*: 114 – 117 g/km, emissions standard:
EU5. * EU test figures, variations due to differences in the
tyres fitted
The premium compact BMW
1 Series is already synonymous with driving pleasure. Now, the
second generation offers state-of-the-art engine and suspension
technology, further improvements in fuel efficiency, significantly
more space and an innovative range of features and equipment. Still
the only rear-wheel-driven car in its class, it builds on the
strengths of its predecessor, which has already sold more than one
million units worldwide. With its outstanding handling and design,
innovative technology and premium image, the new BMW 1 Series has
consolidated its position as a pioneering individualist in the
competitive five-door segment.
BMW’s entry-level model
has achieved maturity, offering an even better balance between
sportiness and driving comfort, improved functionality, and numerous
driver assistance systems previously available only in higher
segments. This is also apparent in its size. The body of the new BMW
1 Series is 85 millimetres longer than its predecessor, at 4,324
millimetres, while the wheelbase has widened by 30 millimetres to
2,690 millimetres. The car also looks more powerful because its
overall width has increased by 17 millimetres to 1,765 millimetres
(due to an increase in track of 51 millimetres at the front and 72
millimetres at the rear), whereas its height remains unchanged at
1,421 millimetres. The rear seats have 21 millimetres more legroom,
and the luggage compartment has expanded by 30 litres to 360 litres.
The design of the new
generation is a powerful expression of the latest technological
advances. The model’s fresh, youthful image has been stylishly
updated, with precision-moulded body surfaces and a modern,
functional interior both underlining its premium status. Another
innovation is the BMW Sport Line and BMW Urban Line, two ranges of
interior and exterior design features and equipment that provide
exclusive personalization opportunities.
All engines in the new
BMW 1 Series are four-cylinder models using BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology. The petrol engines are part of a new generation,
combining an impressively sporty feel with exceptionally low fuel
consumption and emissions. The 1.6-litre engines have twin-scroll
turbochargers, direct injection, VALVETRONIC and Double-VANOS. The
new BMW 116i achieves 100 kW/136 hp, and the new BMW 118i 125 kW/170
hp. These represent increases of 10 kW and 20 kW on the previous
versions, with fuel consumption reduced by up to 10 per cent. The
2.0-litre turbocharged diesel models have been radically redesigned,
featuring variable turbine geometry and common-rail direct fuel
injection. The new BMW 116d (85 kW/116 hp), the new BMW 118d (105
kW/143 hp) and the new BMW 120d (135 kW/184 hp) have further
consolidated the BMW 1 Series’ record of superior fuel efficiency in
the compact segment.
The new BMW 1 Series is
the first and only car in its class to be optionally available with
an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Like its predecessor, it also
incorporates the extremely wide-ranging BMW EfficientDynamics
technology package as standard. This includes the Automatic
Start/Stop function, available with both the manual and automatic
transmissions, and ECO PRO mode, activated using the driving
experience switch (included as standard), for even better
environmental performance. There are also plans to expand the range
with the BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition. This will have an
output of 85 kW/116 hp, but additional fuel-saving and
emission-reducing technologies will enable it to achieve fuel
consumption of 3.8 litres per 100 kilometres and a CO2 emissions
figure of just 99 grams per kilometre over the EU combined cycle
(provisional figures).
Also unique to this
segment is ConnectedDrive, the new BMW 1 Series’ optional package of
driver assistance and mobility services. This includes high-beam
assistance, Adaptive Headlights, parking assistance, reversing
camera, Lane Departure Warning including Collision Warning, cruise
control with brake function, and speed-limit and no-passing
information. BMW ConnectedDrive also features Internet connectivity,
increased smartphone and music player integration, real-time traffic
information, and web radio, Facebook and Twitter apps.
Exciting, elegant, innovative
design
The drive-train layout,
with a longitudinally mounted in-line engine at the front and
rear-wheel drive, is unique within the compact segment. This
improves the new BMW 1 Series’ handling, and is also reflected in
its design, with BMW’s typical proportions: long bonnet, wide
wheelbase, swept-back passenger cell. The new BMW 1 Series is the
embodiment of responsiveness and innovative elegance in a compact
car, with a youthful, lively design and high-quality features adding
to the excitement.
The front of the car is dominated by the large BMW kidney-shaped
radiator grille, boldly shaped headlight units and three-section air
intake. The grille is tilted forwards, adding emphasis to the
challenging stance of this most sporty of compact models, while the
surrounding areas catch the light and create a strong sense of
three-dimensionality, with four contour lines on the bonnet forming
a V that points towards the grille. The typical BMW double-round
headlights have accent trim across their tops. In combination with
the optional bi-xenon headlights, this creates a strongly focused
look, powerfully enhanced by the direction indicators set into the
inner light rings of the headlights and an LED accent light. In
another innovation for BMW, the side indicator lights are integrated
in the exterior mirrors.
From the side, the
proportions of the new BMW 1 Series are even more strikingly
apparent. The slightly sloping roof line, sporty, angled rear
windscreen and flat side windows give the car a coupé-like feel,
while the Hofmeister kink – the low forward bend at the back end of
the side windows – extends well into the C-pillar, making the door
aperture wider and facilitating entry to and exit from the rear
seats.
The design quality of
the new BMW 1 Series, which is unique in the compact segment, is
particularly evident in the distinctive BMW lines and dramatically
curved surfaces. The characteristic BMW swage line starts at the
front sidewall and rises continuously to the rear lights, its
boldness giving powerful emphasis to the shoulder area, with the
door openers neatly integrated into the swage line. An additional
character line below the doors flows sharply upwards into the
outline of the rear wheel arch. The sill line provides a similarly
dynamic touch, running parallel to the road and then rising steeply
at the rear wheel arch, which is nicely echoed by the outlines of
the side windows. The size of the rear wheel arches draws attention
to its rear-wheel-drive layout which is the reason for its excellent
dynamic responses.
The wide-set wheel
arches reinforce the broad, powerful impression created by the back
of the new BMW 1 Series. The wide-opening, slightly concave tailgate
is opened by pressing the top section of the BMW emblem that sits at
its centre, and the rear lights are also set well apart, creating a
strong horizontal emphasis that is heightened by their deep
surrounds.
There are optional xenon
headlights, and the rear lights consist of L-shaped banks of LEDs.
An additional brake light is set into the roof spoiler. The outline
of the rear apron echoes that of the front bumper, while the
V-shaped emblem surround leads the eye towards the road surface,
emphasizing the new BMW 1 Series’ stable roadholding.
The interior: premium finish,
dynamic lines, driver-friendly cockpit
Inside, a combination of
typical BMW design features and innovative accents gives the new BMW
1 Series a fresh, youthful and modern feel, with a focus on
spaciousness and driving pleasure. Lines and surfaces are dynamic
and forward-leaning, with high-quality, precision-finished materials
reflecting the model’s premium specifications. BMW’s characteristic
driver-friendliness is apparent in the angled displays and controls
in the middle of the instrument panel, and the ergonomic contours of
the centre console, designed for maximum visibility. The interior
surfaces are layered, another innovation which gives the new BMW 1
Series an organic look and feel.
In conjunction with an
optional navigation system and the BMW Professional radio, the new
BMW 1 Series uses the BMW iDrive system. This comprises a controller
on the centre console, favourites buttons and a freestanding
flatscreen monitor. The 6.5 or 8.8-inch high-resolution control
display, which is integrated into the instrument panel, is used for
all information, entertainment, telecommunications and navigation
functions.
The new BMW 1 Series
also offers much more storage space, with large door pockets, two
cupholders on the centre console, a roomy glove compartment, and a
compartment under the armrest. Bottles of up to 1 litre can be
fitted into the lower door panel sections.
The optional storage
package includes large compartments in the rear doors and nets on
the front seatbacks. The 360-litre luggage compartment expands to a
maximum of 1,200 litres by lowering the 60/40 split-folding rear
seats, giving a flat surface extending all the way to the front
seats. The optional through-loading system has 40/20/40
split-folding rear seats.
The ultimate in personalization:
BMW Sport Line and BMW Urban Line make their debut
The exclusive new BMW
Sport Line and BMW Urban Line of interior and exterior equipment
help to show off the high-tech, dynamic facets of the new BMW 1
Series to best advantage.
The BMW Sport Line
includes sports seats with specific coverings, leather sports
steering wheel with contrasting red stitching, a red keyclasp,
adjustable armrests, high-gloss black interior trim and matt coral
accent strips. The instruments have specific number and scaling
designs. The ambient lighting can be switched between orange and
white the inclusion of this feature in the centre console and
footwell is exclusive to the BMW Sport Line.
Other features of the
BMW Sport Line include 16-inch star-spoke light-alloy wheels, black
exhaust pipe end trim, and door sill finishers with “BMW Sport”
lettering. The kidney bars, the central air intake trim bar, the
side intake surrounds and the rear bumper trim are all high-gloss
black. Additional options include high-gloss black mirror caps and
17-inch two-tone light-alloy wheels.
The BMW Urban Line
includes specific cloth/leather seats, a leather sports steering
wheel, adjustable armrests, and contemporary acrylic glass interior
trim, which creates a strong sense of depth and is available in
white or black with matt oxide silver accent strips. A striking
effect is also provided by the ambient and courtesy lights, which
can be switched between orange and LED royal blue. An additional
light source on the B-pillar enhances the effect of the
illumination.
The distinctive exterior
includes specific 16-inch V-spoke alloy wheels or optional 17-inch
high-gloss white wheels with an angled surface, and white rear
bumper trim. Additional design accents on the front include white
kidney bars with chrome-plated fronts and a white trim bar for the
centre air intake. The side intake surrounds are painted in the same
colour as the car, and the BMW Urban Line also includes door sill
finishers with “BMW Urban” lettering and a white keyclasp. White
mirror caps are available as an option.
The components of the
BMW Lines are matched down to the last detail, and create a striking
visual impact. Other individually customizable features include a
choice of seat coverings, interior trims and accent strips and
light-alloy wheels.
Apart from the new BMW
Lines, the new BMW 1 Series itself offers additional design and
material options. The standard equipment includes satin silver
interior trim and Move fabric seats, and among the optional
alternatives are additional interior trims and accent panels and
Dakota leather seats in a choice of two colours. All upholstery
versions are also available for the optional sports seats, and there
are currently three standard and five metallic exterior paint
colours.
The new generation of
petrol engines: dynamic power delivery and outstanding fuel
efficiency thanks to BMW TwinPower Turbo technology.
The new BMW 1 Series is
currently available with a choice of two latest-generation
four-cylinder petrol engines and three radically redesigned
four-cylinder diesel units.
The 1.6-litre petrol
engines making their debut in the BMW 116i and BMW 118i models use
BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, consisting of a twin-scroll
turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC variable valve
control and Double-VANOS variable camshaft control.
This design is based on
that of the multi-award-winning 225 kW/306 hp in-line six-cylinder
engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo found in models such as the BMW 135i
and BMW 135i Convertible. Like that engine, the new four-cylinder
units too are part of BMW’s EfficientDynamics design strategy, which
aims to continually increase driving pleasure while reducing fuel
consumption and emissions.
This is the first time
that four-cylinder engines have been fitted with BMW TwinPower
Turbo, which represents an exceptionally fuel-efficient way of
boosting output. In normally aspirated engines, responsiveness could
only be enhanced to the same degree by significantly increasing
capacity, and therefore weight and fuel consumption.
The design draws on the
by BMW engineers’ long experience of building high-performance turbo
engines. The BMW 2002 turbo, launched in 1973 with a four-cylinder,
125 kW/170 hp engine, was the first European production car to be
fitted with an exhaust gas turbocharger, and is still regarded as a
the template for a compact, high-performance driver’s car. In 1983,
the first turbocharged engine ever to win a Formula 1 world
championship was a Brabham BMW driven by Nelson Piquet.
The forced-induction
system of the new BMW 1 Series uses the twin-scroll principle, with
separate ducts both in the exhaust manifold and the turbocharger
itself, each serving one pair of two cylinders. This enables more
efficient use to be made of the exhaust pressure waves to drive the
turbocharger, so in typical BMW fashion the engine responds
instantly to any movement of the throttle. Output is also boosted by
VALVETRONIC variable valve control, which is fully integrated into
the cylinder head, and Double-VANOS variable camshaft control on the
intake and exhaust sides.
The patented BMW
VALVETRONIC technology steplessly adjusts intake valve timing,
rendering the throttle valve of earlier engines obsolete. The amount
of air required for combustion is regulated within the engine
itself, minimizing throttling losses during gas exchange and
improving engine efficiency. The new engines are unusually
fuel-efficient, thanks mainly to High Precision Injection. The fuel
supply is precisely regulated by magnetic-valve injectors with a
maximum injection pressure of 200 bar, positioned centrally between
the valves and close to the spark plug.
The four-cylinder engine
of the new BMW 118i, which has an all-aluminium crankcase, has a
maximum output of 125 kW/170 hp at 4,800 rpm, and a maximum torque
of 250 Nm at between 1,500 and 4,500 rpm. It is exceptionally
responsive, accelerating the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds
and on to a maximum speed of 225 km/h. Improved efficiency is
reflected in combined-cycle fuel consumption of 5.8 to 5.9 litres
per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of 134 to 137 grams per
kilometre (EU test figures, variations due to differences in the
tyres fitted).
The new BMW 116i’s
four-cylinder engine provides significantly improved driving
dynamics compared to the predecessor model. It has an output of 100
kW/136 hp at 4, 400 rpm and a maximum torque of 220 Nm between 1,350
and 4, 300 rpm. The car takes 8.5 seconds to reach 100 km/h from a
standing start, and has a maximum speed of 210 km/h. The new BMW
116i’s fuel consumption over the combined cycle is 5.5 to 5.7 litres
per 100 kilometres, and its CO2 emissions are 129 to 132 grams per
kilometre.
An evolutionary step
forward: four-cylinder turbodiesel with BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology and even greater fuel efficiency.
Wide-ranging design
modifications have enabled the four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbodiesel
engines in the new BMW 1 Series to build on their competitive
advantage in the areas of output and fuel efficiency. These include
aluminium crankcases, reduced engine friction, thermodynamically
optimized turbochargers and variable turbine geometry,
next-generation common-rail direct injection and magnetic-valve
injectors.
These enhancements
represent the latest stage in the success story of BMW four-cylinder
diesel engines, which earned the predecessor of the new BMW 118d the
title of World Green Car of the Year.
The new BMW 120d marks another major advance, with a 5 kW increase
in maximum output to 135 kW/184 hp at 4,000 rpm, and maximum torque
boosted by 30 Nm to 380 Nm between 1,750 and 2,750 rpm. It reaches
100 km/h from a standing start in 7.2 seconds, and has a maximum
speed of 228 km/h. Combined-cycle fuel consumption has been reduced
to 4.5 to 4.6 litres per 100 kilometres, with CO2 emissions of 119
to 122 grams per kilometre (EU test figures, variations due to
differences in the tyres fitted).
The four-cylinder diesel
engine of the new BMW 118d has a maximum output of 105 kW/143 hp at
4,000 rpm, and maximum torque of 320 Nm between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm.
It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, and has a maximum
speed of 212 km/h. Its combined-cyle fuel consumption is 4.4 to 4.5
litres per 100 kilometres, with CO2 emissions of 115 to 118 grams
per kilometre (EU test figures, variations due to differences in the
tyres fitted).
The new entry-level BMW
116d has a maximum output of 85 kW/116 hp at 4,000 rpm, and maximum
torque of 260 Nm between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm. It accelerates from 0
to 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds, and has a maximum speed of 200 km/h.
Its combined-cyle fuel consumption is an outstanding 4.3 to 4.5
litres per 100 kilometres, with CO2 emissions an equally impressive
114 to 117 grams per kilometre (EU test figures, variations due to
differences in the tyres fitted).
Advanced BMW EfficientDynamics technology puts the new BMW 1 Series
in a class of its own
Back in 2007, the BMW 1 Series set a new global benchmark, with a
unique range of technologies to reduce fuel consumption and
emissions being included as standard. Today, the new BMW 1 Series
extends the scope of the BMW EfficientDynamics programme. The diesel
versions have a centrifugal-force pendulum built into the dual-mass
flywheel to compensate for rotational irregularities and ensure a
smooth ride at low revs.
The car makes extensive
use of intelligent energy management systems, including Brake Energy
Regeneration and electromechanical power steering. Depending on the
model, these may also include a gear shift indicator, automatic air
valve control, a high-efficiency rear differential, a map-regulated
oil pump, a pressure/rev-regulated electric fuel pump, a
self-disconnecting air-conditioning compressor and tyres with
reduced rolling resistance.
The Automatic Start/Stop
function, which switches off the engine when it is stationary at
traffic lights or in slow-moving traffic, is included as standard in
the new BMW 1 Series, with both manual and automatic transmissions.
ECO PRO mode, which is activated by the driving experience switch,
adjusts the engine map, heating, air conditioning, and mirror/seat
heating to minimize fuel consumption. The resulting increase in
range is shown on a display.
As a result, the new BMW
1 Series will embody the concept of fuel-efficiency like no other
premium car, building on the strengths of its predecessor in this
area. At a later date, the range will be expanded with the BMW 116d
EfficientDynamics Edition. This will be powered by a 1.6-litre
diesel engine, and feature a number of fuel-saving and
emission-reducing technologies, including solutions to further
optimize drive-train efficiency, improve aerodynamic performance and
reduce rolling resistance. The BMW 116d EfficientDynamics Edition
will have an output of 85 kW/116 hp, with fuel consumption of 3.8
litres per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of 99 grams per
kilometre over the EU combined cycle (provisional figures).
Eight-speed automatic
transmission: sporty, fuel-efficient, and unique in a compact car
The standard six-speed
manual petrol and diesel versions of the new BMW 1 Series offer
efficient power transmission and precise gear changes.
The BMW 1 Series is also the only compact car also available with
the option of an eight-speed automatic transmission, offering fast,
smooth gear changes and excellent fuel efficiency. The innovative
architecture of its wheel set allows more gears and a better spread
of ratios, with barely any increase in weight over the existing
six-speed automatic gearbox for the BMW 1 Series.
The unusually high efficiency of the eight-speed automatic
transmission means that fitting it to the most powerful new BMW 1
Series models actually results in lower fuel consumption and CO2
figures than with a manual transmission.
The Steptronic function
used in the automatic transmission allows gear changes to be
initiated manually using the electronic selector lever. A further
option is the eight-speed sports automatic transmission, which
enables even more dynamic gear changes, and includes shift paddles
on the steering wheel.
Perfect handling: high-quality
suspension technology,
even weight distribution and improved stability control
The new BMW 1 Series
boasts best-in-class suspension technology, with a double-joint
cross-strut front axle with McPherson struts and sway bars, and a
five-link rear axle. The high aluminium content of the front axle
structure effectively reduces the unsprung mass, while noise levels
have also been reduced and crash performance improved.
Both the front and rear
axles have double elastic bearings and extra-large bearing blocks
for increased comfort and responsiveness. The new BMW 1 Series has a
wider track than its predecessor (51 millimetres wider at the front,
72 millimetres wider at the rear), and the almost perfect 50:50
weight distribution helps to translate the dynamic advantages of the
rear-wheel drive layout into an exciting and agile ride.
The new BMW 1 Series has
electromechanical power steering as standard, combining typical BMW
precision with very low energy consumption. The optional Servotronic
function provides speed-dependent power assist. Variable Sport
Steering, also available as an option, reduces the number of
steering wheel rotations required to make sharp turns. In this
mechanical system, steering ratios are adjusted using a variable
steering rack. Parking and turning are safer and easier, requiring
minimal steering effort, but the typical BMW steering precision and
directional stability at high speeds are maintained.
As an alternative to the
standard 16-inch wheels, the new BMW 1 Series is also available with
16, 17 and 18-inch light-alloy wheels. Its responsiveness and
powerful braking in emergency situations are partly due to DSC
Dynamic Stability Control, and the car also has ABS anti-lock
braking, DTC Dynamic Traction Control, CBC Cornering Brake Control
and DBC Dynamic Braking Control. Other features now include braking
assistance, fading compensation, brake drying and hill assist.
DTC mode increases the intervention thresholds of DSC, making it
easier to drive on loose sand or deep snow. By allowing slight
slippage of the drive wheels, it also facilitates controllable
oversteer. DSC Off mode activates the electronic rear axle
differential locking system. If either of the drive wheels suffers
wheelspin while accelerating through tight bends, brake force is
applied to this individually, so that the opposite wheel maintains
traction.
Torsion-resistant body, optimal
weight, wide range of safety features
The new BMW Series 1’s
lightweight body makes it more agile and improves passenger safety,
with high-strength steel being used to increase torsion resistance
and the strength of the passenger safety cell while minimising
weight. Crumple zones and clearly defined load paths absorb the
force of an impact and deflect it away from the passenger cell.
The standard safety
package comprises front airbags, side airbags integrated into the
seatbacks, front and rear head airbags, three-point automatic
seatbelts in all seats, front seatbelt tension limiters and pre-tensioners,
and an ISOFIX child seat mounting system in the rear.
BMW ConnectedDrive: unique
comfort, safety, information and entertainment options
The new BMW 1 Series’
high-tech presence is reflected in an impressive range of driver
assistance and mobility services which is unique in a compact car.
The BMW ConnectedDrive options network the driver with the vehicle
and the outside world to improve comfort and safety while providing
a wide spectrum of information and entertainment.
The Adaptive Headlight function incorporated in the optional xenon
headlights adjusts the illumination depending on the vehicle’s
speed, steering angle and yaw rate. At low speeds, the turning
lights integrated into the foglamp illuminate the road in the
direction of travel. Other features include rain sensor, automatic
headlight control, high beam assistance, park distance control,
which allows safe, precise parking, with the image from the
reversing camera appearing on the iDrive control display. Park
assist aids parallel parking by identifying suitable spaces and
steering the car into place if required.
Cruise control with brake function controls the engine and brakes
while setting the optimum automatic gear to maintain the speed
selected by the driver. The Lane Departure Warning facility now
incorporates Collision Warning, which uses a camera at the bottom of
the rear-view mirror to monitor the road markings and prevent
unintended changes of direction.
The camera also monitors
other vehicles and, if required, sounds a two-stage alarm to prevent
collisions. A visual warning appears on the instrument panel if a
minimum distance set by the driver is not maintained, and a flashing
symbol and acoustic signal are activated if avoiding action is
required.
The Speed Limit Info system has been expanded, with symbols on the
instrument panel showing known speed limits and no-passing signs
above or beside the road as recorded by its camera.
Innovative technology has been used to facilitate the integration of
Apple iPhones and other smartphones and music players, including
online services. BMW Apps allow iPhone users to receive web radio
stations and display Facebook and Twitter posts on the onboard
monitor. Another new function, Real-Time Traffic Information,
provides detailed congestion data and recommended diversions. The
new BMW 1 Series also has unlimited Internet connectivity, another
unique feature within the compact segment.
High-quality standard
features include driving experience switch, air conditioning, and
keyless ignition.
The new BMW 1 Series offers all the excitement of premium-quality,
pioneering technology and exceptional driving pleasure within a
compact car, with many superior features as standard and a wide
range of attractive options. The driving experience switch, a
standard feature located on the central
console, tailors the car’s settings to the driver’s personal tastes,
including engine characteristics, DSC driving stability control,
optional Servotronic settings and automatic gear change programme
and dynamics.
COMFORT, SPORT and ECO
PRO modes are included as standard. The eight-speed sports
automatic, Variable Sport Steering and BMW Sport Line versions also
have SPORT+ mode. Cars fitted with the Professional navigation
system have a sport display on the control monitor showing real-time
engine performance and torque.
The standard equipment
of the new BMW 1 Series also includes remote-controlled central
locking, height-adjustable driver’s and front-seat passenger’s
seats, electric wing mirrors, electric front and rear windows, BMW
Business radio and CD, six speakers and an AUX IN connection, and
air conditioning. Options include two-zone automatic air
conditioning, electrically adjustable and heated seats,
multifunction steering wheel, automatically dimming rear-view and
wing mirrors, foglamps, electric sunroof, and towbar with removable
ball.
The engine of the new
BMW 1 Series can be activated by touching the Start/Stop button as
soon as the keyless remote is inside the car, making traditional
ignition key insertion redundant. The optional Comfort Access system
automatically locks and unlocks the car.
The Professional
navigation system includes a hard disk. Individual entertainment
features include a DVD changer, DAB receiver, and 360-watt,
digitally amplified 12-speaker Harman Kardon hi-fi system.
Like its five-door predecessor, the new BMW 1 Series is made in
BMW’s Regensburg assembly plant, together with the BMW 3 Series
saloon, coupé and convertible, the BMW M3 and the BMW Z4. The plant
has produced more than 4.5 million automobiles in its 25-year
history.
