Vehicle details
PROS Some versions engaging to drive Superb diesel economy Impressive material quality The Mk2 BMW 1 Series, or F20 as its often known, isn't your traditional hatchback. Like its predecessor, but not the current model, the F20 1 Series is rear-wheel drive, giving it the long bonnet and stubby tail that makes them so easy to spot in the wild. Its popularity clearly proves that buyers really don't mind how the 1 Series looks – it's how it drives, the overall quality, and the lure of the badge, now for less than £10k, that matter to used car buyers. Keen drivers are likely to relish the rear-wheel drive layout that sets it apart from other premium rivals such as the Lexus CT. This, like most versions of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, is front-wheel drive which is normal for the class. No, we haven't forgotten that versions of the A-Class and Audi A3 are available with four-wheel drive, but the 1 Series is, too. There are other left field choices like the Infiniti Q30 too, and a very obvious one. The Volkswagen Golf will no doubt be in contention as well.
Vehicle features
- 12V power socket in centre console
- 12V power socket in passenger footwell
- 3 point seatbelts on all seats
- front pyrotechnic belt tensioners
- stopper and belt force limiters
- rear coded belt buckles
- 60/40 split folding rear seat
- Active differential brake (ADB)
- electronic differential lock in DSC-OFF mode
- Airbags - Front driver and passenger
- front and rear head
- front side
- curtain head protection
- Ambient lighting - switchable BMW classic orange/ cold white LED
- Anthracite headlining
- Anthracite Velour front and rear floor mats
- Anti lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist
- Automatic drive away locking facility
- Automatic Stability Control (ASC)
- Automatic start/stop system
- Battery age recognition function
- Battery safety cut-off
- BMW emergency call
- BMW Online services
- BMW professional radio with CD player
- BMW remote services
- BMW Teleservices
- Body coloured door handles
- Body coloured front and rear bumpers
- Body coloured mirror caps
- Body coloured roof mouldings
- Brake drying
- Brake energy reg