nt to BMW ownership, the German firm hasn’t cut any corners. Not only is it roomier than before, it’s cheaper to run, too, thanks to a new range of engines – including a 116d
that emits less than 100g/km of CO2 for road tax-free motoring.
An evolutionary approach has been applied to the smallest BMW, with a look that’s influenced by the latest 5 and 6-Series, as it aims to take on the Audd Golf and svupcoming Mercedes A-Class. Head-on, the large kidney grille, more curvaceous headlights and V-shaped bonnet contours cement its identity.
There are big changes at the rear as well. A set of softer LED tail-lamps gives a more premium feel, while the flared wheelarches make the 1-Series appear lower and wider. Step inside and the model isn’t only more stylish than ever, it’s more luxurious and spacious, too.
That’s down to the wheelbase, which is 30mm longer th