Unfortunately, counter to its simplified mantra, BMW will not offer a manual transmission ... it finally exercising the 1-series’s UKL chassis to its fullest potential rather than chasing ...

Available in Europe since the 2004 model year, BMW brought the subcompact 1 Series to the United States in 2008. Entered as a contender of a growing small premium car segment, the BMW 1 Series ...

Is the BMW 1 Series a good car? The BMW 1 Series remains a solid entry in the premium hatchback segment thanks to its dynamic driving experience, well-built cabin and strong efficiency.

The 'F40' 1 Series' predecessors were based on rear-wheel drive ... So, does the 128ti hot hatch live up to the ti lineage of sporty BMW small cars? And perhaps more importantly, does it prove a FWD ...

The 2025 BMW 1 Series hatch and 2025 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe line-ups have expanded in Australia with the addition of mid-spec variants. BMW Australia has confirmed the addition of the four ...

Despite the 1 Series’ position as one of the sportier hatchbacks in its segment, BMW hasn’t gone overboard in making it too hard-edged on the road. Yes, there’s heavy steering, but it’s ...

The BMW 128ti was a front-wheel-drive hot hatch rival to the Golf GTI, praised for its handling but limited in sales but unavailable in the U.S. marke ...

From an overall model-range point of view, on the 20-inch wheel Ti-L and N-Design grades ... There’s plenty of active safety in the new 1 Series, new kit includes an updated 'Driving Assistant Plus', ...

The BMW 1 Series comes in hot as one of the more engaging and capable hatchbacks to drive in its class. Even the 120 delivers a fluid, driver-focused experience, with a firm but controlled ride, while ...

The latest BMW 1 Series doesn't suffer at all for losing rear-wheel drive, because it's the best-driving hatchback on the market. There are softer-riding models, but nothing else offers the same blend ...