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BMW 1 Series (F20)

The second generation BMW 1 Series range comprises three-door hatchback (model code F21) and five-door hatchback (F20) models. Like its E87 predecessor, it uses a longitudinally-mounted engine, aluminum multi-link suspension and a rear-wheel drive chassis (however some models are available with all-wheel drive).
Transmission options are a six-speed manual or an eight-speed ZF 8HP automatic.
Manufacturer
BMW
Production
2011-present
Assembly
Leipzig, Germany
Regensburg, Germany
Body style
3-door hatchback (F21)
5-door hatchback (F20)
Wheelbase
2,690 mm (105.9 in)
Length
4,324 mm (170.2 in)
Width
1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Height
1,421 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weight
1,360–1,590 kg (3,000–3,500 lb)
Related
BMW 2 Series
Designer(s)
Nicolas Huet (2008)

History

The F20 five-door hatchback was unveiled in 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Early models included the 116i, 118i, 116d, 118d, 120d. In 2012, the 125i, 125d and 116d EfficientDynamics Editionmodels were introduced. The 114i and xDrive all-wheel drive models were also introduced.
The F21 three-door hatchbacks were added in 2012. The M135i was unveiled in 2012 Geneva International Motor Show. In November 2012, the M135i xDrive and 120d xDrive were released.

Trim

Trim variations include the Sport Line and Urban Line, which differ by alloy wheels, kidney grille and other appearance-related features. There is also the M-Sport line that is optional on the rest of the 1-Series range and standard on the M135i.

Models

114i

Released in 2012 in three-door hatchback and five-door hatchback body styles.

114d

Released in 2012 in three-door hatchback and five-door hatchback body styles.

116i

Released in 2011 as a five-door hatchback, with the three-door hatchback version released in 2012.

116d

Released in 2011 as a five-door hatchback, with the three-door hatchback version released in 2012. EfficientDynamics Edition (released 2012) produces the same power and torque as the regular 116d, however the engine size is 1.6 L (compared with 2.0L for the regular 116d).

118i

Released in 2011 as a five-door hatchback, with the three-door hatchback version released in 2012.

118d

Released in 2011 as a five-door hatchback, with the three-door hatchback version released in 2012.

120d

Released in 2011 as a five-door hatchback, with the three-door hatchback version released in 2012. 120d xDrive models use all-wheel drive.

125i

Released in 2012 in three-door hatchback and five-door hatchback body styles. Powered by a 2.0 L turbocharged inline-four engine, as opposed to the 3.0 L naturally aspirated straight-six engineused by the previous generation 125i.

125d

Released in 2012 in three-door hatchback and five-door hatchback body styles.

M135i

Turbocharged petrol model released in 2012 in three-door hatchback and five-door hatchback body styles. M135i xDrive models use all-wheel drive. The M135i was named "The Sports Car of the Year 2012" by Top Gear (magazine).

Petrol engines

Model
Engine code
Power
Torque
0–100 km/h (s) (MT/AT)
114i
N13B16
102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @4000
180 Nm (133 lbft) @1100
11.2/na
116i
N13B16
136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @4400
220 Nm (162 lbft) @1350–4300
240 Nm (177 lbft) @1500–3500 (overboost)
8.5/9.1 (2011)
8.5/8.7 (2012–present)
118i
N13B16
170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @4800
250 Nm (184 lbft) @1500–4500
7.4/7.2
125i
N20B20
218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp) @4800
310 Nm (229 lbft) @1350–4800
6.4/6.2
M135i
N55B30
320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp) @5800
450 Nm (332 lbft) @1250–5000
5.1/4.9

Diesel engines

Model
Engine code
Power
Torque
0–100 km/h (s) (MT/AT)
114d
N47D16
95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) @4000
235 Nm (173 lbft) @1500–2750
12.2/na
116d
N47D20
116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp) @4000
260 Nm (192 lbft) @1750–2500
10.3/10.7 (2011)
10.3/10.3 (2012–present)
116d EfficientDynamics Edition
N47D16
116 PS (85 kW; 114 hp) @4000
260 Nm (192 lbft) @1750–2500
10.5/na
118d
N47D20
143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) @4000
320 Nm (236 lbft) @1750–2500
8.9/8.9 (2011)
8.9/8.6 (2012–present)
120d
184 PS (135 kW; 181 hp) @4000
380 Nm (280 lbft) @1750–2750
7.2/7.3 (2011)
7.2/7.1 (2012–present)
125d
218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp) @4400
450 Nm (332 lbft) @1500–2500
6.5/6.3

Gallery


2012 BMW 1 Series 3-door front view
2012 BMW 1 Series 3-door rear view
2012 BMW M135i Concept front view
2012 BMW M135i Concept rear view
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Last updated on 23 August 2013 at 09:06.

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