BMW announced a full model change of its compact car, the 1 Series, on June 5, 2024. The change is scheduled to begin in Europe in October 2024. The timing of its introduction in Japan has not yet been decided.
About the new 4th generation BMW 1 Series full model change
- Front end: The grille is smaller and the headlights have a more refined design.
- Side: The body lines are similar to the current model, but smoother.
- Rear: Hatchback, wraparound taillights and hidden exhaust system are the same as the current model.
- Interior: Same as the 2 Series Active Tourer.
- Engine: Based on a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo engine, 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, as well as a plug-in hybrid model, the M135, will also be available.
BMW 4th generation new 1 Series full model change exterior
The fully redesigned 1 Series features a new exterior, with new generation taillights and bumpers. The significantly improved new 1 Series is slightly larger than its predecessor, with a length of 4,361 mm, width of 1,800 mm and height of 1,459 mm. The overall proportions are maintained with a long bonnet and striking lines.
BMW 4th generation new 1 Series full model change interior
The interior of the new 1 Series will be familiar to anyone who has driven a current BMW model. It features a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.7-inch infotainment display housed in a single curved panel. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity are available. BMW has removed many of the buttons from the instrument panel and center console for a cleaner look.
The interior comes standard with leather-free materials and a special Anthracite Arcturian fabric. Options include a head-up display, a panoramic glass roof, and a Harman Kardon audio system. The center console also features a wireless smartphone storage area, dual-zone automatic climate control, and ambient lighting.
The rear seats can be folded in a 60:40 or 40:20:40 split, offering 380L of luggage capacity with the seats upright and 1,200L with them folded.
BMW 4th generation new 1 Series full model change safety equipment
BMW has expanded its range of autonomous driving and parking systems as standard and optional equipment. Key standard features include forward collision warning, lane departure warning, exit warning, traffic sign recognition, and parking assist with reversing assist. Buyers can option steering and lane control assist, automatic speed limit assist, active cruise control with stop and go function, and parking assist professional on the 120 and 120d, which allows the car to be parked remotely using a smartphone.
BMW 4th generation new 1 Series full model change powertrain
The base of the new 1 Series diesel range is the 118d, powered by a 2.0-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder engine producing 148hp and 360Nm of torque, enabling it to sprint from 0-62mph in 8.3 seconds.
The top model in the 1 Series lineup remains the M135 xDrive, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 296 hp in European markets and 312 hp elsewhere. With 400 Nm of torque, the hot hatch can do 0-62 mph in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
All models come standard with a seven-speed Steptronic dual-clutch transmission, making this the first time a manual transmission is not available in a 1 Series.
M135 xDrive buyers can order a range of M parts, including the M Sport package, M Sport Design and M Technology package, and a range of M Performance parts will also be offered.
About the BMW 1 Series
The 1 Series is characterized by its FR layout, which focuses on evenly distributing the load between the front and rear axles at approximately 50:50 ratio, in pursuit of driving performance.
The first generation was released in Japan on October 9, 2004. It was only available as a 5-door model with the model code E87. It was announced for the Japanese market on September 22, 2014, and sales of the “120i” began on October 9, 2014.
The second-generation model was released in Japan on August 1, 2012. It was announced on June 5, 2011, and went on sale in the European market in the fall of the same year.
The third-generation car had its world premiere at the BMW Group #NEXTGen presentation platform held in Munich on May 27, 2019. It was announced that it would go on sale in multiple markets, including Japan, in September 2019.
The biggest feature of the new BMW 1 Series is the adoption of a FF (front-wheel drive) platform with a transversely mounted engine. The modular platform for front-wheel drive is the “UKL” modular platform. BMW’s main feature is the FR (rear-wheel drive) platform with a longitudinally mounted engine, but like the compact series such as the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer , BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer , new BMW X2 , and BMW X1 , the new 1 Series Sedan is a FF vehicle, and the transversely mounted engine also increases the interior space.
| size | New 1 Series |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,335mm |
| Overall width | 1,800mm |
| Overall height | 1,465mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670mm |
The 10.25-inch Control Display uses the latest BMW Operating System 7.0. A 5.1-inch instrument panel display can be optionally installed (standard only on the M135i xDrive). This model is available with an electric panoramic roof for the first time. Qi-compatible wireless charging is standard on all models. It has a luggage space of 380 liters, and folding the rear bench space expands the rear loading space to 1200 liters.
The lineup includes the 116d, 118d, 120d xDrive, 118i, and M135i xDrive. The Japanese model has two engines: the 118i and the M135i xDrive. The 118d was added to the lineup on April 2, 2020.
The new BMW 118d is equipped with a newly developed 2.0L inline 4-cylinder clean diesel engine that reduces CO2 emissions by approximately 5% compared to the previous model and achieves a fuel consumption rate of 16.7km/L (WLTC). While the gasoline model offers a light and sporty driving experience, the new BMW 118d offers a powerful driving experience with a maximum output of 150PS (110kW) at 4,000rpm and a maximum torque of 350Nm at 1,750rpm-2,500rpm, as well as excellent environmental friendliness. The adoption of a two-stage turbocharger makes it possible to utilize the turbo efficiently even at low rpm immediately after starting the engine.
| Specifications | 118i | 118d | M135i xDrive |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 1.5L inline 3-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine |
2.0 L inline 4-cylinder clean diesel engine |
2.0L inline 4-cylinder DOHC direct injection engine |
| Maximum power | 103kW (140PS) / 4,200-6,500 rpm |
110kW (150PS) / 4,000rpm |
225kW (306PS) / 4,500-6,240rpm |
| Maximum torque | 220Nm/ 1,480-4,200rpm |
350Nm/ 1750-2500rpm |
450Nm/ 1,750-4,500rpm |
| Drive system | 2WD (FF) | 2WD (FF) | 4WD |
| transmission | 7 speed DCT | 7 speed DCT | 8 speed AT |
| Vehicle weight | 1,390 kg | – | 1,580 kg |
| gross vehicle weight | 1,665 kg | – | 1,855 kg |
BMW has equipped the new 1 Series with popular optional equipment as standard, and it went on sale in Japan on June 1, 2021. Popular optional equipment on the BMW 1 Series has been made standard, including Active Cruise Control, Automatic Tailgate Operation, and Power Front Seats (Driver and Passenger Seats, with Driver’s Seat Memory Function). The BMW 118i also comes standard with Driving Assist, improving safety and comfort. In terms of design features, the BMW Individual Aluminum Line is now standard on all vehicles. The Play / Play Edition Joy+ now comes standard with illuminated Berlin interior trim.
| Model | Price (10%) |
|---|---|
| 118i | 3,620,000 yen |
| 118i Play | 4,000,000 yen |
| 118i M Sport | 4,360,000 yen |
| BMW 118d Play Edition Joy+ | 4,070,000 yen |
| BMW 118d M Sport Edition Joy+ | 4,430,000 yen |
| BMW 118d Play | 4,350,000 yen |
| BMW 118d M Sport | 4,710,000 yen |
| M135i xDrive | 6,410,000 yen |
We will let you know as soon as new information becomes available.
BMW News Release
https://www.bmw.co.jp/ja/press/2019/20190829.html
BMW 1 Series
https://www.bmw.co.jp/ja/all-models/1-series/5-door/2019/bmw-1-series-inspire.html
