Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
265HP
Torque
315Nm
Consumption
8.3l/100
Emissions
197g/km
0-100 km/h
6.1s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1460kg
Price
39,700€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
330 L
53 L
195 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 130i 5p · 265 CV (2008-2009)
General description
The BMW 130i is a statement of intent, a car that defies the logic of its time. In a compact 1 Series body, BMW encapsulated the soul of its larger sedans: a glorious 3.0-liter naturally aspirated inline-six engine, sending 265 horsepower of pure emotion directly to the rear wheels. It is the last of a lineage, a compact for purists that puts the passion for driving above any other consideration.
Driving experience
Driving the 130i is a visceral experience that is etched in memory. The engine's thrust is linear, powerful, and addictive, accompanied by a metallic howl that gives you goosebumps as the needle approaches 6650 rpm. The six-speed manual gearbox is precise and mechanically connects you to the car, while the rear-wheel drive offers a playful and balanced dynamism. Every curve is an invitation to feel how the chassis works and how the car pivots around you. It's a mechanical symphony that makes you feel alive.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a direct consequence of its mechanics. The long hood and set-back cabin are not an aesthetic whim, but the necessity to house the longitudinal engine. This gives it a unique and athletic silhouette, unmistakable in the compact segment. Although its five-door practicality tries to disguise it, its proportions scream 'driver's car'. It is a functional beauty, an unapologetic design that has aged with a dignity and character that many contemporaries envy.
Technology and features
The technology of the 130i does not lie in touch screens, but in the brilliance of its engineering. The engine, with its aluminum and magnesium block, was a work of art in lightness and efficiency for its time. The chassis, with a multi-link rear suspension and a nearly perfect weight distribution, demonstrates an obsessive focus on dynamic behavior. The electric power steering and ventilated brakes on both axles complete a technological package designed for a single purpose: to offer maximum driving pleasure.
Competition
In its time, few dared to compete on its same turf. The Audi A3 3.2 V6 quattro and the Volkswagen Golf R32 offered powerful six-cylinder engines, but their all-wheel-drive approach was safer and more filtered, less pure. The 130i played in its own league, that of rear-wheel-drive compacts, a league where it was the one and only king. It was the choice for the driver who wanted no compromises, the one who sought the most direct and authentic connection between man and machine.
Conclusion
The BMW 130i is more than a car; it is a gem, a treasure for enthusiasts, and an instant classic from the day it left the dealership. It represents a golden era that is unlikely to return, that of large, naturally aspirated engines in small bodies. It is not the most spacious or the most efficient, but the sensations it conveys and the smile it puts on your face are priceless. It is a machine of pure happiness, a car to keep, care for, and, above all, enjoy every kilometer.