Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
184HP
Torque
290Nm
Consumption
5.5l/100
Emissions
126g/km
0-100 km/h
7.1s
Top Speed
225km/h
Weight
1455kg
Price
33,367€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 8v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
360 L
52 L
135 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 120i 5p Aut. · 184 CV (2016-2017)
General description
The 2016 BMW 1 Series 120i is much more than a simple compact; it's the gateway to the universe of sensations that only BMW can offer. In a segment dominated by front-wheel drive, this 1 Series proudly clings to rear-wheel drive, promising a pure and addictive driving experience that connects you directly to the asphalt.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is feeling the car's heart beat in unison with yours. Its 184 horsepower, delivered with exemplary smoothness and force by the turbo engine, pushes you back into your seat while the 8-speed automatic gearbox shifts gears almost telepathically. The steering is precise, the chassis is a marvel of balance, and the rear-wheel drive gives you that characteristic push out of corners that puts an indelible smile on your face. It's a car that doesn't just take you places, it makes you feel every meter of the journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent. 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. The sharp lines and aggressive look of its headlights give it an unmistakably athletic presence. Inside, the atmosphere envelops you in a perfectly driver-oriented cockpit, where the quality of the materials and the fit of every part constantly remind you that you are in a premium car.
Technology and features
Under its skin lies superb engineering. The 2.0-liter engine is a gem of efficiency and performance, capable of delivering generous thrust from very low revs thanks to the turbo. The torque converter automatic transmission is, simply, one of the best on the market, combining everyday comfort with lightning-fast speed when required. The intuitive and comprehensive iDrive infotainment system centralizes vehicle control in a way that few rivals of its time could match.
Competition
In the pantheon of premium compacts, the BMW 120i faced titans like the Audi A3 and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. While its rivals opted for front-wheel or all-wheel drive and a more technological or luxurious approach, the 1 Series played a unique and winning card for purists: rear-wheel drive. This characteristic made it a passionate alternative, a car chosen not just with the head, but above all with the heart.
Conclusion
The BMW 120i is an endangered species, a tribute to driving in its purest form within a practical everyday format. It is the perfect car for those who value sensations above all else, for those who seek a mechanical and emotional connection with the road. It represents the essence of BMW in a compact bottle, a smile-generating machine that proves you don't need a large size to have great experiences behind the wheel.