BMW finally revealed the BMW Series1 (code name F20) which will replace the current generation bows out by the end of the year. If one recognizes the well Series1 particularly in its profile with the rib that runs throughout the body, everything changes starting with the front, completely remodeled. Without wishing to influence you, personally I have a little trouble! The back is close to the current version, with all times, fires and smaller squares that change everything and that is reminiscent of the Vw polo.
With a length of 4.32 m or 8.5 cm more than the previous generation and width increased by 2.0 cm, this BMW 1 Series F20 best appreciated from the inside. Indeed this a new series F20 treats its habitability with a wheelbase of 2.69 m (+ 3 cm) and 5-door. The boot also benefits from this increase in size. It goes from 330 to 360 and 1200 dm3 dm3 rear seat folded. The front and rear tracks are also expanded: respectively 5.08 and 7.11 cm. Contribute with what the wheelbase lengthened to sit just over the drive on the road.
At its launch, BMW offers only two trim levels: Sport Line and Urban Line. The Sport trim line, as the name suggests will want more dynamic and sporty, the finish line is Urban chic that want to sport with aluminum inserts. On board there is a BM with the center console facing the driver. The dashboard, based on the X1, is neat and returns a perceived quality that was a bit lacking in the current generation. Note the central screen of 8.8 inches, which includes navigation functions, reverse camera, internet …
Rated the mechanical new Series1 takes the block 4 cylinder 1.6litres we know under the hood of the Mini different model PSA in a version for the 116i 136 hp and 170 hp for the 118i. Not until the spring of 2012 to take advantage of the new turbo 2Litres (N20B20) of 245chevaux, which will debut in the series and Z4 in all five early 2012.
For diesel unit which should be a good share of sales in France, we find the same engines as the current version. Namely the 115hp 2.0-liter that develops in the 116d, 118d in the 143ch, 184ch, and for the 120d. This latest announcement from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.2 seconds and shot dead a top speed of 229km / h. All engines benefit from a stop & start
a system of regenerative braking and two modes of engine management and controls (Eco and Sport), and tires with low rolling resistance. Thereby displays mixed drinks between 4.3 and 5.8 L/100 km.
The production will be at the factory in Regensburg and the official presentation will take place at the IAA Frankfurt in mid-September. 3-door version will only appear next year, the coupe and convertible in 2013. The German prices announced for a 116i Sport BVM6 is about € 22,200.
