BMW 1 Series hatchback (2012-2019) review - Carbuyer / Mat Watson

"The BMW 1 Series is still the choice for drivers who want a small hatchback that's fun to drive."

[Danuk_e]

Can’t believe how far Matt has come! He’s been in the game for ages

[mbAever]

Why are people thinking about rear-seat space so much in a small car? It's a car that is not made to transport 5 adults all the time. It can, but it's not meant to do so in the first place.

[MrElssmann]

Air conditioning as standard!! I'm sold.

[renatotovar]

4:33 - being that said, is the only car this size i would buy

[YourLoyalDeserter]

What amazing storage. . . . Door bins, cupholders, a glove box, a compartment in the center console. . . wow. . . . OH MY GOD IT HAS A STORAGE COMPARTMENT NEAR THE WHEEL! This car is amazing!

[StrictlyStoicism]

Just purchased the 120d M Sport Auto in this shape, Stunning car and phenomenal drive!

[JamieMonkk]

Just bought one... The drive is phenomenal!

[Driesking]

I have had this car for about 4years now, absolutely love it! (bmw 116d)

[legendgrandpa]

Dude Mat Watson is actually in this damn

[brysonb]

Just got one in the exact colour, 116D 2.0 2014 plate, 40.000 miles, absolute bargain cars immaculate 1 previous lady owner!! Happy days!.

[Babel]

It's still the only hatchback on the market today with rear wheel drive. I want one!

[urnan]

such a nice car and its quite fast not as slow as people think and very up to date even now in 2022 it looks like a well up to date car

[YadaNa]

My father bought this as my sister's first car. The performance is truly amazing. The exterior design is quite unique compared to the previous model. However I'm not really satisfied about the interior, it seems to be missing the luxurious look. My father's IS300 2009 could easily beat the interior to top it off. But overall, it's a great car if you're not looking for any higher priced model or as your first car.

[dutchray]

I just drove the 116D as hire car on vacation, I loved the handling and the engine was really good.
The reverse gear was difficult to select at first, but once you get the hang of it, it was no problem.
It was my first ever BMW ride, and now I now what it means, BMW macht fahren Spaß.

[sakichugouken]

a friend of mine has it. Very good car even after 10 years

[sacitmanav]

how can you upload a 2013 model car in 2011 time travel ?

[oliversweden]

I love your style of reviewing!!! Both your personality and your practical review style!

[skatethebored]

I really hope that the next generation 1 series will stay RWD. I drive a lot in this car and it honestly makes it a completely different class compared to other small cars (in my opinion). Also, the low driving position has something magical about it. I have heard about a survey where the majority of 1 series-drivers didn't know their car was RWD, so it wouldn't be a dealbreaker in future models. But this kind of logic is flawed in my opinion. I think in the long run, BMW will really suffer from shifting to FWD-cars.

[jonanderrodriguezmombiela]

Just amazing! I'll get one 116d in the end of this month and I expect I won't regret. I have tried it and the driving is very soft and the car is just beautiful and very comfortable, mine will be black, with 17" tyres and sport line

[Zondaa]

I’m a bit late but i’m looking for a new car and this is one of the options. I currently drive a 2013 corsa limited edition, and despite the great, sporty looks, it’s really slow only being a 1.2 and i fear the fact it’s so slow you have to completely use up each gear to get anywhere because there is no power, ironically using more fuel in the process. I know the 116i is a 1.6 and has more power, and slightly worse fuel economy, but am i right in guessing fuel would work out roughly the same as this is more efficient and has the eco pro mode?