BMW 1-Series 2020: now front-wheel drive

The content of the article:

• External appearance
• Salon
• Specifications
• Price and equipment

The new BMW 1-Series (serial number F40) was first unveiled by the Bavarians in May 2019. In comparison with its predecessor, the car received not only obvious external and internal changes, but also moved to a new front-wheel drive "bogie" UKL.

The official premiere took place in September of the same year in Frankfurt, after which the model gradually began to arrive at the company's dealerships.

The hatchback has become noticeably better, it has lost many of the "sores" that have followed the model since its inception, so it has every chance to melt the hearts of potential buyers, but we will be able to find out only after a while.

External appearance

During the update, the proportions of the body changed noticeably in the BMW 1-Series: the hood became shorter, the length of the front overhang increased, and the distance between the front door and the front wheel arch was reduced.

The “muzzle” of the car received an enlarged “nostrils” of a false radiator grille, a modified head optics and a new front bumper, into which a small air intake and thin strips of fog lights are neatly mounted.

The knocked down and taut profile, although it has lost its aggressiveness (in comparison with its predecessor), still looks very dignified. That only there are circular wheel arches, embossed sidewalls, a domed roof and stylish alloy wheels.

The rear of the car is represented by menacingly squinting side lights, a monumental bumper with a pseudo-diffuser and a compact luggage compartment lid topped with a small spoiler.

External dimensions of the BMW 1-Series 2020:

This means that the "one" has become 34 mm wider and 13 mm higher, but the overall length and wheelbase have decreased by 5 and 20 mm, respectively. The exact ride height has not been reported.

Potential buyers can choose from several standard body colors or order their own exclusive color. It is also worth mentioning that earlier the car was equipped with 18-inch disks as much as possible, and now - 19-inch.

Salon BMW 1-Series 2020

The interior of the new BMW 1-Series has become noticeably more modern, better quality and more spacious. It's no joke - despite the reduction in the length of the wheelbase, the increase in the legs of the front riders was 42 mm, while the width and space in front of the knees of the rear passengers increased by 19 and 33 mm, respectively.

A chubby three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a classic dashboard are standard in front of the driver, but a completely virtual cockpit can be ordered as an option.

In the central part of the dashboard, there is a 5.1-inch screen of the media information complex (optionally with a diagonal of 8.8-inches), and directly below it is the music and air conditioning control unit. The build quality, ergonomics and quality of finishing materials are fully consistent with the premium status of the car.

High-quality and comfortable chairs have a wide range of adjustments, good lateral support and various benefits of modern civilization.

Between the seats of the first row there is a central console, on which there is a compact armrest, a gearbox selector, a pair of cup holders and a media center control washer.

The second row of seats is profiled for two riders, but if necessary, a third passenger can also sit here, however, he will have to put up with a short cushion and a high transmission tunnel.

The luggage compartment volume has increased by 20 liters and now stands at 380 liters. With the second row seats lowered, its volume increases to 1200 liters, and the luggage compartment lid is now equipped with an electric drive.

Specifications BMW 1-Series 2020

One of two turbo petrol engines or one of three turbocharged diesel engines can be installed under the hood of the novelty.

Gasoline engines:

1. Basic 1.5-liter unit with 140 liters. with. and 220 Nm of limiting torque. His partner is a 6-speed manual transmission, which allows acceleration from 0 to 100 in 8.5 seconds, a top speed of 213 km / h and an average fuel consumption of about 5-5.7 liters per 100 km.
2. 2-liter petrol engine developing 306 liters. and a torque of 450 Nm. Such a unit is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and a proprietary xDrive drive, which allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 in 4.8 seconds, an average fuel consumption of 6.8-7.1 liters and a maximum speed of 250 km / h.

Diesel engines:

1. Basic 1.5-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 116 "horses" and 270 Nm of rotational thrust. He is paired with a 6-band mechanic, which allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 in 10.3 seconds, reach a maximum speed of 200 km / h and ensure fuel consumption in the range of 3.8-4.2 liters.
2. 2-liter 150-horsepower unit, producing 350 Nm of torque. Together with it, a 6MKPP is installed, providing acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 8.5 seconds, a maximum speed of 218 km / h and a combined fuel consumption of 4.1-4.3 liters.
3. Top-end 2-liter unit with 190 liters. and 400 Nm of thrust. It comes with an 8-band automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive xDrive transmission. Acceleration from 0 to 100 - in 7 seconds, maximum speed - 230 km / h and fuel consumption - about 4.7 l / 100 km.

The novelty has moved to a new front-wheel drive "cart", which means that you can forget about the possibilities of hooliganism, which the previous rear-wheel drive "ones" were famous for. The steering is equipped with an electric booster with variable characteristics, and efficient disc mechanisms are responsible for braking.

2020 BMW 1 Series price and equipment

Official car sales in Europe started at the end of 2019 at a price of 28.3 thousand euros. At the same time, it is still unknown whether it is worth expecting the appearance of a "unit" in the domestic market, where the model was previously practically not in demand.

The list of basic equipment includes:

• 16-inch light-alloy rollers;
• front fog lights;
• rear LED lights;
• LED DRLs;
• multifunction steering wheel;
• fabric upholstery of the interior;
• media center with 5.1-inch monitor;
• climate control;
• branded audio system;
• airbags "in a circle";
• 3-point safety belts;
• disc brakes;
• Isofix fasteners;
• front armrest;
• a wide range of security systems, etc.

As an option, the car relies on a virtual tidy, sports seats, an advanced media system, navigation and much more.

Conclusion

Previously, the BMW 1-Series, in view of its features, was not very popular among car owners, but now the car has everything you need to make direct competitors from Audi and Mercedes nervous. But whether the novelty will succeed or not, we will be able to find out in the very near future.

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