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Latest reviews

We have 2 reviews of recent BMW 1-Series models:

  • Supremely competent, fast and great to own

    Parkers rating: 3.6 out of 5 3.6
    New price: £41,880 - £44,805

    PROS

    • Usable daily performance
    • Unshakable handling
    • Class-leading interior

    CONS

    • Lacks entertainment
    • Uninspiring engine
    • Rear passenger space
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  • BMW's smallest model is a brilliant all-rounder

    Parkers rating: 4.3 out of 5 4.3
    New price: £24,790 - £41,315

    PROS

    • Superb refinement 
    • Loads of gadgets 
    • Strong performance

    CONS

    • Rear-seat headroom could still be better 
    • Disappointing digital dashboard 
    • M135i xDrive should be more exciting
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Older reviews

Hatchback (2 reviews)

2011 - 2019

  • A great all-rounder if you don't need masses of space

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £1,242 - £24,064
    PROS
    • Some versions engaging to drive
    • Superb diesel economy
    • M140i is great fun
    • Impressive material quality
    CONS
    • Cramped, especially in the rear
    • Styling can be divisive
    • Luggage capacity not the greatest
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2004 - 2013

  • BMW's first 1 Series can make a cracking used buy - but choose carefully

    Parkers rating:not rated yet
    Used price: £679 - £5,318
    PROS
    • Great to drive
    • Excellent diesels
    • Later cars come with EfficientDynamics
    CONS
    • Space in the rear is tight
    • Styling not to everyones taste
    • Plenty of poor examples around
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Coupe (2 reviews)

2004 - 2013

Convertible (1 review)

2004 - 2013

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