Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
184HP
Torque
380Nm
Consumption
4.2l/100
Emissions
110g/km
0-100 km/h
7.1s
Top Speed
228km/h
Weight
1445kg
Price
32,296€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 8v
RWD
5 / 3 doors
360 L
52 L
135 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 120d 3p Aut. · 184 CV (2013-2015)
General description
The 2013 BMW 1 Series 120d is the embodiment of driving pleasure in a compact format. A car that defies the conventions of its segment by offering the purity of rear-wheel drive, a powerful 184 hp diesel engine, and an exquisite 8-speed automatic gearbox. It is a statement of intent, a vehicle designed not just to move, but to thrill with every kilometer.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is connecting with the road in a visceral way. The thrust of its 380 Nm of torque from low revs is addictive, catapulting you from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.1 seconds. The rear-wheel drive gives you unparalleled dynamism, allowing you to round corners with an agility and precision that its front-wheel-drive rivals can only dream of. The 8-speed automatic gearbox is a work of art, as smooth in the city as it is lightning-fast when you demand the maximum, turning every journey into a sporty and refined experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its 3-door body accentuates its coupé character, with an athletic and muscular silhouette. The long bonnet and set-back cabin are not an aesthetic whim, but the direct consequence of its longitudinal engine and rear-wheel-drive architecture. Inside, the cabin embraces you, with a driving position perfectly oriented towards the driver and a quality of materials and finishes that confirm its premium status. It is a design that prioritizes function and emotion.
Technology and features
Under its skin lies superb engineering for its time. The diesel engine with common-rail direct injection and variable geometry turbo was a prodigy of efficiency and performance. The 8-speed automatic transmission, signed by ZF, was a benchmark for smoothness and speed. In addition, it featured solutions such as the Stop-Start system to reduce fuel consumption in the city and electric power steering that offered great precision.
Competition
In a market dominated by front-wheel drive, its main adversaries were the Audi A3 and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class of the same generation. Both offered technological interiors and great comfort, but neither could replicate the pure driving experience of the BMW. The Volkswagen Golf GTD also positioned itself as a powerful and effective alternative, but without the balance and soul of the 1 Series' rear-wheel drive.
Conclusion
The BMW 120d is not just a premium compact car; it is an endangered species. It represents the passionate choice for those who value driving dynamics above all else. It offers a masterful balance between sporty performance, fuel efficiency, and everyday practicality. It is a car that leaves an indelible mark, a true BMW concentrated in its purest and most accessible form.