Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
143HP
Torque
300Nm
Consumption
5.3l/100
Emissions
140g/km
0-100 km/h
9.1s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
1420kg
Price
31,086€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
330 L
51 L
105 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 118d 5p Aut. · 143 CV (2010-2011)
General description
The 2010 BMW 1 Series is the gateway to the BMW universe, but don't let its size fool you. It encapsulates the pure essence of the brand: a compact with the soul of a sports car, the only one in its class with the magical rear-wheel drive that promises unique sensations behind the wheel. It's a car that doesn't just take you places, it thrills you on every curve.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a visceral experience. The 143 horsepower of the diesel engine, combined with a generous 300 Nm of torque from very low revs, pins you to the seat with surprising force. The 6-speed automatic gearbox manages the power smoothly and intelligently, but the chassis is the real star. You feel how the rear axle pushes, how the car enters corners with an agility and balance that its front-wheel-drive rivals can only dream of. It's a direct and addictive connection between the driver, the machine, and the asphalt.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is unmistakable and bold. The long hood and set-back cabin are not an aesthetic whim, but a direct consequence of its longitudinal engine and rear-wheel-drive architecture. This gives it an athletic and muscular silhouette. Inside, BMW quality is evident in every detail, with solid materials and a driver-oriented dashboard that makes you feel like the center of the automotive universe. It's a space designed for driving pleasure.
Technology and features
Although it's a 2010 model, its technology was up to its premium status. The heart of it all is its efficient diesel engine with common-rail injection and a variable-geometry turbo, a jewel of engineering for its time. The electric power steering and the precise automatic gearbox contribute to a refined and modern driving experience, proving that BMW's technology has always been at the service of sensations.
Competition
In a market dominated by front-wheel drive, the 1 Series faced giants like the Audi A3 and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. While its competitors offered a focus more centered on comfort and infotainment technology, the BMW played in its own league, that of pure driving dynamics. It was the passionate choice for those looking for more than just a means of transportation in the compact segment.
Conclusion
This BMW 1 Series is not just a car, it's a statement of intent. It's proof that the practicality of a five-door can coexist with the thrill of a sports car. For the purist who values the connection with the road above all else, this model represents a golden era for compacts. A car with immense character that rewards you with every kilometer and is missed today.