Especificaciones y análisis del BMW Serie 1
Power
184HP
Torque
290Nm
Consumption
5.7l/100
Emissions
131g/km
0-100 km/h
7.1s
Top Speed
230km/h
Weight
1445kg
Price
31,000€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
360 L
52 L
135 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the BMW 120i 5p · 184 CV (2016-2017)
General description
The 2016 BMW 120i is the embodiment of sportiness in a compact format. In a world dominated by front-wheel drive, this 1 Series clings to the essence of BMW with its rear-wheel drive and a 184 hp gasoline engine that promises pure emotions. It's a car that not only takes you places but makes you feel every kilometer.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is an addictive experience. The thrust of the 2.0-liter turbo engine is instantaneous and forceful, catapulting you from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.1 seconds. The 6-speed manual gearbox offers a precise and mechanical feel, connecting you directly with the machine. But the real magic lies in its chassis: the rear-wheel drive carves through curves with an agility and balance that its rivals can only dream of, transmitting a confidence and fun to the driver that are hard to match.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent. The long hood and set-back cabin scream 'rear-wheel drive' from the rooftops. The sharp lines and the aggressive look of its headlights give it an unmistakable athletic presence. Inside, the atmosphere is typically BMW: a driver-oriented cockpit, high-quality materials, and a sense of solidity that envelops you, although rear seat space is not its strongest point.
Technology and features
Although focused on driving, it doesn't renounce the technology of its time. The iDrive infotainment system is handled intuitively, while the engine, with direct injection, turbo, and a Start-Stop system, seeks a balance between performance and efficiency. The electric power steering and advanced safety systems complete a technological package that was up to its premium status.
Competition
In its fighting ring were giants like the Audi A3 and the Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Both offered spectacular interiors and a great technological load, but neither could replicate the dynamic purity of the BMW. The choice was clear: if you were looking for the most practical car or the most striking interior, you might look at the competition. If what you craved was the most intimate and rewarding connection with the road, the 1 Series was the only real contender.
Conclusion
The BMW 120i is not just a car, it's a philosophy. It's a tribute to driving in its purest state, a compact that dared to be different and to prioritize sensations over centimeters. It represents one of the last opportunities to enjoy a rear-wheel-drive hatchback, a configuration that makes it an object of desire for any enthusiast and a future classic with an unrepeatable soul.