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Latest models

We have 15 owner reviews for the latest BMW 1-Series:

  • Average owner rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5

    Our most recent reviewers said:

    Great car! Test drove one and was honestly blown away by the cornering and performance together, it just eats corners...

    The car drives more eagerly than I expected given the engine size and auto box. I'm glad I chose it...

    The 128ti is a great alternative to the m135i and offers more of a drivers experience. Having test drove both...

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Older models

Hatchback (173 owner reviews)

2011 - 2019

  • Average owner rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
    Our most recent reviewers said:

    It’s a decent enough car the led headlights are great to look at it’s only a 1.5 3 cylinder diesel...

    A great car for most folk - go for something bigger if it would be for family use though.In the...

    When all working, even the 116i would give a fun and spirited drive. It handled well and had more room...

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2004 - 2013

  • Average owner rating: 3.9 out of 5 3.9
    Our most recent reviewers said:

    brilliant all round car cheap tax low fuel costs and looks beautiful has heated seats and cruise control including electric...

    Any used car needs maintaining and money spending on it full stop! Doesn't help if previous owners have not looked...

    Only had 6 month, but love this car more every time I drive it. A Very underrated fast, nibble and...

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Coupe (20 owner reviews)

2004 - 2013

  • Average owner rating: 4.3 out of 5 4.3
    Our most recent reviewers said:

    Excellent build quality. Lovely to drive. Smooth automatic transmission, plenty of torque . Never fails to make me smile...

    To much nonsence technology like touch indicators wink three times then shut off dangerous on three lane junction .No dip...

    Overall I absolutely love the car. I would love to keep it forever but I have to unfortunately sell it...

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Convertible (11 owner reviews)

2004 - 2013

  • Average owner rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Our most recent reviewers said:

    This is about as classic BMW as it gets in a modern and useable package. The engine is superb, it's...

    The convertible is enjoyable to drive. Smooth 3 litre 6 cylinder engine. Loads of torque and exhaust note burbles through...

    I have previously owned 3 series BMW’s so was expecting the 1 series to be a much lesser car and...

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