Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
177HP
Torque
350Nm
Consumption
4.7l/100
Emissions
125g/km
0-100 km/h
7.6s
Top Speed
228km/h
Weight
1450kg
Price
30,950€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
330 L
53 L
130 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 120d 5p · 177 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The 2007 BMW 1 Series, in its 120d version, burst into the compact segment as a statement of intent. In a world dominated by front-wheel drive, BMW bet on the purity of rear-wheel drive, creating a car that not only transports you but makes you feel every kilometer. It is the essence of the Bavarian brand concentrated in a small bottle, a promise of sportiness and quality for everyday life.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the 120d is an addictive experience. The 177 horsepower and the forceful 350 Nm of torque push you against the seat with a surprising energy, especially thanks to its rear-wheel drive that transmits power directly and purely. The steering is precise, almost telepathic, and the firm suspension connects you with the asphalt, inviting you to enjoy every curve. It is a car that feels agile, alive, and rewards the driver who is looking for more than just a simple commute.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, a work of the Bangle era, is unmistakable and timeless. The long hood and set-back cabin are not an aesthetic whim, but the direct consequence of its longitudinal engine and rear-wheel-drive architecture. These classic proportions give it an athletic and muscular silhouette. Inside, the cabin envelops you, with a driver-oriented cockpit and high-quality materials. The rear space is tight, a small sacrifice on the altar of driving pleasure.
Technology and features
Under the hood beat a technologically advanced heart for its time. The 2.0-liter diesel engine with an aluminum block, common-rail injection, and variable geometry turbo was a marvel of efficiency and performance. It was one of the pioneers in incorporating the Start-Stop system, an innovation that helped achieve a combined consumption of just 4.7 l/100km, an extraordinary figure for its performance level. Electric power steering was also part of its equipment.
Competition
At the time, its main adversaries were the Audi A3 and the Volkswagen Golf. Both offered perhaps more spacious interiors and superior ride comfort, but neither could replicate the unique connection and purist driving dynamics of the BMW. The 1 Series played in its own league, that of compacts for enthusiasts, attracting those who valued the sensation of being pushed, not pulled, through every corner.
Conclusion
The BMW 120d is much more than a premium compact car; it is an emotion machine. It represents a passionate choice for the driver who prioritizes sensations and dynamics over maximum practicality. It is a vehicle that, even years later, continues to offer an authentic and rewarding driving experience, a reminder of why the slogan 'Do you like to drive?' resonated so deeply.