Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
204HP
Torque
400Nm
Consumption
5.5l/100
Emissions
145g/km
0-100 km/h
7.1s
Top Speed
236km/h
Weight
1495kg
Price
36,236€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
330 L
53 L
150 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 123d 5p Aut. · 204 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The BMW 123d of the E87 generation was no ordinary compact. It was BMW's bold statement that maximum sportiness and diesel efficiency could coexist in a small package. A car that, under its 1 Series appearance, hid an athlete's heart with 204 horsepower, ready to challenge vehicles from higher segments and take your breath away with every acceleration.
Driving experience
Driving this car is a visceral experience. The thrust of its 400 Nm of torque from just 2000 rpm pins you to the seat in an addictive way, while the rear-wheel drive gives you pure dynamism, a connection to the asphalt that its front-wheel-drive rivals could only dream of. Every curve becomes an invitation to play, feeling the car rotate with superb agility and precision. The 6-speed automatic gearbox manages the power intelligently, allowing you to enjoy a drive that is as relaxed as it is brutally sporty.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is unmistakably BMW, with a long hood and a set-back cabin that scream 'rear-wheel drive'. It's a muscular and compact silhouette that has aged with admirable dignity. Inside, the atmosphere is sober and driver-oriented, with high-quality materials that remind you you're in a premium car. Although rear seat space is its weak point, the atmosphere is that of a machine made by and for the pleasure of driving.
Technology and features
Under the hood beat a jewel of its time's engineering: the 2.0-liter diesel engine with sequential twin-turbo. This technology allowed for a linear and forceful power delivery throughout the rev range, almost completely eliminating 'lag'. It also incorporated EfficientDynamics solutions like the Start-Stop system to optimize consumption. Its chassis, with an elaborate multi-link rear suspension and precise steering, was the perfect foundation for top-tier dynamic behavior.
Competition
In its time, it mainly faced the 170 hp Audi A3 2.0 TDI and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. However, none could replicate the unique sensation of the BMW's rear-wheel drive. The Audi offered the security of Quattro traction and a benchmark interior, while the Mercedes focused more on comfort and practicality. The BMW 123d played in its own league, that of compacts for driving purists.
Conclusion
The BMW 123d is much more than just a diesel car. It is an icon for connoisseurs, a compact that proved that driving fun was not at odds with contained consumption. It represents an era when BMW dared to create a unique, passionate, and radically different product from the rest. A car that, to this day, still awakens emotions and is an object of desire for those who value driving above all else.