The BMW 1 Series is the brand’s premium compact hatchback, introduced in 2019 (F40). The 2024 facelift (LCI) brought updates in design and technology features. In the Turkish and European markets, only the 120 and performance-focused M135 xDrive versions are available.

Design and Facelift (LCI) Updates

• Exterior: The updated front design features slimmer Matrix LED headlights and a more pronounced kidney grille.
• Interior: The BMW Curved Display (10.25-inch digital cluster + 10.7-inch touchscreen) and BMW Operating System 9 are standard.
• Aerodynamics: Redesigned bumpers and body details reduce the drag coefficient to Cd 0.26.
• Equipment: New alloy wheel designs and an expanded M Sport package have been added.

^{BMW 1 Series (LCI) M135 xDrive Model Vehicle Dimensions (BMW)}

Body Type and Dimensions

The BMW 1 Series is offered exclusively as a 5-door hatchback. Its compact dimensions make it suitable for urban driving.

• Length: 4,361 mm
• Width (without mirrors): 1,800 mm
• Width (with mirrors): 2,081 mm
• Height: 1,459 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,670 mm
• Luggage Capacity: 300–1,135 L (120) / 380–1,200 L (M135 xDrive)
• Ground Clearance: 150 mm
• Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.26

^{BMW 1 Serisi (LCI) 120 Model (BMW)}

Powertrain Options and Performance

120

• Engine: 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo petrol with 48V mild hybrid
• Total Power: 170 PS (125 kW)
• Torque: 280 Nm
• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 7.8 s
• Maximum Speed: 226 km/h
• Transmission: 7-speed Steptronic DCT
• Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
• Fuel Consumption (WLTP): 5.9 L/100 km

M135 xDrive

• Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo petrol (BMW TwinPower Turbo)
• Power: 300 PS (221 kW)
• Torque: 400 Nm
• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 4.9 s
• Maximum Speed: 250 km/h (electronically limited)
• Transmission: 8-speed Steptronic Sport
• Drivetrain: xDrive All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Fuel Consumption (WLTP): 7.6–8.2 L/100 km

Interior and Equipment

Standard Equipment

• BMW Curved Display (10.25” + 10.7”)
• iDrive 9 interface
• LED headlights (Matrix LED for M135)
• Front and rear parking sensors (PDC)
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Heated front seats
• 17-inch alloy wheels (M135: 18-inch)

Optional Equipment

• Harman Kardon premium audio system
• Panoramic sunroof
• Adaptive suspension (standard on M135)
• 19-inch M Performance alloy wheels (M135)
• BMW Head-Up Display
• 360° Surround View System

^{BMW 1 Series (LCI) M135 xDrive Model (BMW)}

Safety and Driver Assistance Systems

Standard

• Lane Departure Warning
• Collision Prevention Assistant
• Driving Assistant (Speed Limit Info, Cruise Control)
• 6 airbags

Optional

• Driving Assistant Professional (Level 2 semi-autonomous)
• Park Assistant Plus

Euro NCAP Result^【1】 

The BMW 1 Series received a 5-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests in 2019. It scored 83% in adult occupant protection and 87% in child occupant protection. The facelifted version uses the same platform, maintaining the same safety level.

Production and Market Position

The BMW 1 Series is manufactured at BMW’s modern and sustainable production facility in Leipzig, Germany. Positioned in the compact premium hatchback segment, it directly competes with leading models such as the Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Audi A3.