| BMW 1 Series (third generation) | |
| Manufacturer: | BMW |
| Production: | July 2019 – 2024 |
| Model Years: | 2020–2024 |
| Assembly: | Germany: Leipzig (BMW Leipzig Plant); Regensburg |
| Class: | Subcompact executive car |
| Body Style: | 5-door hatchback |
| Platform: | BMW UKL2 platform |
| Wheelbase: | 26701NaN1 |
| Length: | 43191NaN1 |
| Width: | 17991NaN1 |
| Height: | 14341NaN1 |
| Weight: | 1290- |
| Predecessor: | BMW 1 Series (F20) |
| Successor: | BMW 1 Series (F70) |
| Sp: | uk |
| Designer: | Sebastian Simm[1] |
| Model Code: | F40 |
The BMW 1 Series (F40) is the third generation of the BMW 1 Series range of subcompact executive hatchback cars. Unlike the previous generation F20 1 Series, the F40 1 Series uses a front-wheel drive configuration and is only available as a 5-door hatchback.[2]
The F40 1 Series premiered at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show and launched on 28 September 2019.[3] Built on the UKL2 platform, it shares the same front hood, fender panel, dashboard, and suspension as the 2 Series Gran Coupé.[4] [5]
Compared to its predecessor, the F40 1 Series is 51NaN1 shorter, 341NaN1 wider, and 131NaN1 taller.[6] Despite the decreases in length, due to the tighter packaging of the front-wheel drive engine, front legroom has increased by 421NaN1, rear legroom has increased by 331NaN1, and rear headroom has increased by 191NaN1.[7] The boot capacity has also increased by 20litres to 380litres with the seats raised, and 1200litres with the seats folded.[8] The F40 1 Series is also 300NaN0 lighter due to increased use of aluminium.[9]
Petrol engines have a gasoline particulate filter, while diesel engines feature a diesel particulate filter and AdBlue selective catalytic reduction.[10] All engines meet the Euro 6d-TEMP emissions standard.[11]
118i, 116d, and 118d models come with 6-speed manual transmissions as standard.[12] 118i and 116d models can be specified with a 7-speed Getrag 7DCT300 dual-clutch transmission, while an 8-speed Aisin automatic transmission is available for M135i xDrive, 128ti, 118d, and 120d xDrive models.[13]
The F40 1 Series is available in Advantage, Luxury, Sport, and M Sport trim.[14] Sport and Luxury models feature an M Sport Steering wheel, while M Sport models feature sport seats and M exterior styling.[15] European models feature collision detection and lane departure warning with intervention as standard.[16]
The F40 1 Series is available with iDrive 7.0 with two 10.25-inch displays.[17] iDrive 7.0 features the voice-controlled BMW digital assistant which can control in-car functions and can be activated by saying "Hey BMW".[18] A digital key also enables the vehicle to be unlocked using near-field communication by holding a smartphone near the door handle and the engine can be started by placing the smartphone in the wireless charging tray.[19] The digital key can also be shared with up to five other smartphones.[20]
Other options include gesture control, a windshield reflected head-up display, automatic parking, a panoramic sunroof, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.[21]
M135i xDrive models feature a limited slip differential, larger M Sport brakes, a strut bar, and a larger 1001NaN1 diameter exhaust.[22]
116-120 models with M Sport and 128-M135 models can be fitted with M Performance Parts. These include canards, a spoiler, a splitter, side skirts and rims. 116-120 models without M Sport can still be equipped with the M Performance rims and spoiler. However, to install the rest, they need to be converted to M Sport with the M Sport bumpers and trims. The M135i grille can be fitted to all F40 1er models.
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Layout | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116i | 2020–2024 | B38A15 1.5 L I3 turbo | 6 speed manual7 speed DCT | Front-wheel-drive | 800NaN0 at 4,600–6,500 rpm | 1900NaN0 at 1,380–3,800 rpm | 10.8 s |
| 118i | 2019–2024 | 1030NaN0 at 4,600–6,500 rpm | 2200NaN0 at 1,480–4,200 rpm | 8.5 s | |||
| 120i | 2020–2024 | B48A20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 7 speed DCT | 1310NaN0 at 5,000–6,500 rpm | 2800NaN0 at 1,350–4,200 rpm | 7.1 s | |
| 128ti | 2020–2024 | 8 speed automatic | 1950NaN0 at 4,750–6,500 rpm | 4000NaN0 at 1,750–4,500 rpm | 6.1 s | ||
| M135i xDrive | 2019–2024 | All-wheel-drive | 2250NaN0 at 5,000–6,500 rpm | 4500NaN0 at 1,750–4,500 rpm | 4.8 s |
| Model | Years | Engine | Transmission | Layout | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116d | 2019–2024 | B37C15U0 1.5 L I3 turbo | 6 speed manual7 speed DCT | Front-wheel-drive | 850NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 2700NaN0 at 1,750–2,250 rpm | 10.3 s |
| 118d | B47D20 2.0 L I4 turbo | 6 speed manual8 speed automatic | 1100NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 3500NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm | 8.5 s | ||
| 120d | 8 speed automatic | Front-wheel-drive All-wheel-drive | 1400NaN0 at 4,000 rpm | 4000NaN0 at 1,750–2,500 rpm | 7.0 s |
The 2019 1 Series scored five stars overall in its Euro NCAP test.[24]