BMW 1 Series hatchback review - Carbuyer
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I'll miss my Einser, it has been a fun travelling companion for 135K miles. It is still the best drivers hatchback outside of performance models and the BMW diesels are excellent. The only thing I won't miss is the lack of a spare tyre..... it really sucks getting a puncture on a motorway at 11pm with the family onboard and waiting for a recovery vehicle!
i dont kow why but i just love this car
its a shame, it doesn't come in orange
check out "valencia orange".
BMW 0.5 series coming soon
Harbir Brar Half Series, it's gotta be done to go up against the A1. "Yeah, I drive a Half18d M-Sport"
Lol.
cockshield Nah I prefer the M0.535i
Bright Ivan Very nice sir! You have the half-series touring or the gran coupe?
cockshield i'll have the touring version of the gran coupe version of the touring version of the half series. Probably a M0.7535i or just 0.7528i
I don't understand how you judge knee room of the rear seats. I've seen you say knee room is good in a tighter space than this, yet you said this is tight.
I love this 1 series 15 plate new shape. I’m driving from last 6 months, so pretty awesome 😎
Hi what engine has it got I'm looking at one to buy thanks
Come on, there are more important questions to ask the concierge... like "what's the air speed velocity of an unladen Swallow?".
Dan McCarthy African or European?
+Dan McCarthy rekt
+Dan McCarthy I fart in your general direction
Matt, why would the boot be bigger? It's the same body with only a facelift! So don't feign surprise.
it would be nice, if you mention in your videos wich particular motors (e.g. 116d, 118d, 120d) the cars have, that makes your opinions about the driving experience more understandable!
New back lights look quite Vauxhall Corsa esque!
These are getting pretty affordable - cheaper than the said mazda 3 of the same age. Just wonder about the reliability and service costs of "premium" badge. Really like the looks of this, it is neck a neck with mazda 3 for best looking hatch imo.
Looks good, in comparison to the previous models.!
Look, i dont like this car, but even if it wasnt RWD (like the A3), it'd still have that hump in the middle of car (like in the A3), albeit perhaps smaller. The solution to that is TO PUT EACH FOOT ON EITHER SIDE OF SAID HUMP. If that hump makes the rear seat on the 1 series reduntant, the same applies to every car ever.
Maybe the footwells arent that big for 3 legs?
Sandouras I've tried it, while it's doable, it's not really comfortable unless all 3 people at the back are kids or small adults.
Beef Broth It is the same for every car though. Even those that are front wheel drive have it, albeit a bit smaller.
Sandouras That's the thing, on other cars it's tolerable for long journeys, in the 1 series it's not, due to the combination of limited rear space plus big transmission tunnel. That's why Matt also mentioned it in this review. He mentions this in pretty much every car that has the same problem.
Beef Broth Rebecca does too even in FWD cars and i think it's unfair. She always says that you have you twist your body to get your feet on the one side of the tunnel. Rebecca, it's easy, dont wear a skirt and put one foot on each side of it.
Don't know why BMW or Mercedes don't try to bring over the A Class and the 1 series over to North America. We already get the 2 series and B class in Canada, it would be nice if they brought over the A and the 1.
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?
damn i was really looking forward to chatting with bmw concierge service but that wit time is a deal breaker
One of my favourite models ;D
If only they offered this and the A-Class in the U.S.. It would've opened up their market to more buyers.
3.5 litres per 100 kms. Impressive!
unbelievable
petrol 7.4 liters per 100km
@@Weesy that’s worse 😂
@@scottshipley570 its still petrol, so better
@@Weesy how is it better?
Yes we can get Mazda 3 with that money but they still havent released that 1,5 diesel in Mazda 3.
I like the funny cut in bits you guys do More of that please :)
1 important thing going off this video - They have brought back cup holders! My coupe 118 M Sport is frigging nightmare! (Y)
I actually like the old front end. Am I the only one?
no
+denmark39 There was nothing wrong with it. I actually didn't mind it.
yes
has anything changed to the manual gearbox? I know the previous gearboxes weren't that good...
I own both a Cadillac & Lexus in the US~~The Onstar concierge for the Cadillac answers promptly but the service used by Lexus takes longer and in a emergency could prove disastrous.
Well thats all very nice, but is it reliable in the long term? Ive seen some issues with these while working for a dealer, and to be honest, apart from some details, you are just buying a badge. Ive seen electric problems, brake issues, you name it. I wouldnt buy one unless BMW convince me they are as reliable as a Toyota or a Subaru.
Nearly got seriously injured in mine today.
Coming home from BMW garage
Went in with stop start not working.
Now it stops when driving.
BMW wanted to charge me for towing it back. As staff would drive it.
I am still shaking.
Great review.
Thanks Mat!
This car does look better then its predecessor, but its predecessor looked better than any other small car in my opinion (except maybe the A-class).
just perfect for a hatchback and its rwd!
Last 1 series with RWD...... :(
Excellent review 👏
The 2011+ shape models all had i-drive systems, and you could get X-Drive 1 series too. It's not new to this remodel.
By the way Matt, Can't you guys get some better looking location to introduce the car? The Old Carbuyer introduction location with those hedges, was beautiful.
I own a 120d best car I've ever owned!
Just bought one today. any tips ?
@@gabeadams2926 just enjoy it mate 😎
Looks better than before yes, but I'd also rather have an A3 or MB A-class
Love it so much
Waiting for a review of the latest X5 Bmw.... thank you
you really can't compare a bmw to a mazda. After this video I wanted to see what a Mazda 3 is like but it didn't take long to see and feel the difference in quality. Expecially the materials in the bmw are much better. For example sit in the back of the mazda and check the back of the front seats. They just look and feel very cheap.
Do these come with the angel eyes as standard?
Is there going to be a 2015 Kia Sorento review anytime soon????
the elephant question was brilliant! :)
yep
The Facelift isn't worth buying when choosing the Standard headlamps :/
Bought this car pick up tomorrow
Barty Backflip its brilliant! specially the looks. I like the iDrive and the sport wheels...you should get it mines 1.6 petrol
+Barty Backflip great enjoy it
so can 3 people sit at the back of the car? any complaints from the person who sits in the centre?
+DashingZulfadli a lot of complain for middle back seat
+HawK Haze Is it the 118i 136 hp? how is it? :)
I don't know if how many of you out there like the facelift. I actually think the old design looks more classier
Daniel He No way.
The first minute of the video was so casual
I wish BMW have better dashboards, hate the orange back lights. I prefer white dials
It's more of a heritage thing and if you google why, orange is the least tiring color in the eyes for long distance journeys.
What I don't like about Matt is when he see cheap plastic bits in a cheaper economy car for example a Kia or Honda, he calls them out telling the, they could do better, but when BMW slaps cheap disgusting plastic interior trim into their vehicle, he fails to point that out and praises them for the good driving dynamics, come on man, be partial..
Dude! I thought the same!! Great thinking man :)
They are really popular these days!
.look so much better the old model looks like a mad man with bendy eye
rwd pays out in the 170hp+ range. if you want a 100hp save Money car, buy something else. (except for some Special Leasing offers where the 1series isnt any more expensive than for example a Mazda 3.
I’m regretting the day when bmw go fwd with the 1 series.
15october91 yes and dat day is niw
Matt, please do an XC90 review!!!!!
I love my A-class. This is RWD so that's cool but other than that... yeah nah, I'll keep my Merc.
Box0rz that's a beauty. mercedes really nailed it with the design. how is the interior in terms of materials and ergonomics compared to other competitors ?
comedyman112 Maybe he meant a 2003 A-class
comedyman112 No, I meant the new 2014 A-class. The interior is superb. It looks so nice and modern, much less boring than the competitors'. The materials are also very nice and high quality. Ergonomics are pretty similar to this BMW I think, A3 might have slightly more trunk and backseat space. You might want to check out Carbuyer's A-class review.
Box0rz I'm a huge BMW fan, but even after this facelift, I prefer the looks of the A-class
RL R Not sure why you dislike the new A-class, it looks awesome, it drives nice and has an awesome interior. The old A-class was for people who've already had at least one hip-replacement. It's properly ugly, I wouldn't want to be caught dead in one.
Drift it a little. Because this is the last RWD hatchback ever
would this be more reliable than a golf?
In order to understand rear seat space - how tall is the reviewer?
+Yannis Pyrros I'm 180 cm, its okay for me.
Bmw make's The Best engine în The whorld!!!
do I get this or the Mercedes A180 Cdi??
NOOT NOOT Merc CDI defo but only if you need a diesel
Has the 118i got a good mpg?
No
Nice humor 😀
isn't this exactly the same as the 3-series hatchback? I mean, except the looks of it, what's the difference? Not some question to mock BMW, I really want to know
xBuzz996 the 3 series is quite a lot bigger inside (and outside obviously), the interior looks similar though but it's in a different class and price range
smashedpotato99 Yeah but they look so alike size
xBuzz996
yeah, with the new facelift the 1 series looks a bit similar to the 3, but if you see them next to each other the difference is pretty clear :)
Bothers me to see the steering wheel on the right side lol
In North and South America its in the middle
4:48 all you manz need to know
Mat' smile is awesome. 😆
why did they stops selling this car in the US
because muricans are too fat.
What's the point in buying a 1 Series with a 1.5 liter Diesel????? Get a Seat Leon with the 2.0 184 cv instead!!
I like BMW 1 Series - Carbuyer
Ok, in your opinion this or the Mercedes A class?
A class 2013/14/15 but if you want a pre 2013 car then go for the 1 series
baba yine fenasın
yes my boyo mat
Why do you block comments for SPONSORED videos? Can't take the heat?
All bmws have the same exact dash though
haha that dub step tho! :P
Now it has AWD? Good, BMW watches Top Gear
looks more of a sedan length
A3 is the best
BMW Just hurry up and bring us the M2 please.
+Kings mario The M2 has been announced now
i dont like the fact that the cars are getting bigger and bigger .... this BMW 1 series in comparison with e46 version is more like a sedan then hachback
Bmw 116d or 118i 2016? :)
118i:)
116d for average real world 59mpg from a few reviewers. Eco pro
From behind it looks like toyota auris
the rear now looks like the new/old corsa oh dear Bmw :I
DAB on the Idrive.... HA
Monthy Python much Mat? :P
This is basically a facelift, looks better though
Matt is sooo lovely!!
Rather have a used 4series..
Get in it properly
2:03 Man you rock ;D
Always the same shit with the "slightly offset pedals". The car´s transmission tunnel is designed accordingly to the shape of the gearbox, which is obviously shaped in order to leave LHD drivers an adequate pedal area. Not their fault, only due to the fact these blokes drive in the wrong side of the road.
Better get a golf
This car and its rivals are a bit pointless here in India. It costs about Rs 3,000,000-4,000,000 (£30k, $47k) which makes it only about 3-4,000,000 (£3k, $5k) cheaper than the 320d and the X1. Why would someone want to buy this car for that much money?
Wow. That sucks.
***** catalogue price is not the same as real price. You can get a very decently specced and motorized new 1 series for way under 30k . (also from Belgium)
120d is so much faster than the 320 d with 200hp and near 400 nmt why would you not want this 2000cc 1 series unless you need the space and with full spec this is a awsome rear wheel drive
320d is a better overall package + higher resale value
In my country the prices after tax are identical (£2-£4k difference) and insurance shouldn't be a problem for a person who's ready to shell out £40k+. The 1 series wasn't that popular and so resale value would be even lower. The 320 makes a lot more sense for an regular buyer at least in India.
what the FUCK? Carbuyers guys you should review at least a 120i m sport, that's a AWESOME car! why you try a base 116 car?? lol!
you can't compare this bmw to a mazda 3 😎
Right the mazda is shit and the bmw is awesome
+Audrius Bockus right, don't compare them now, wait 3 years and see how dated, stupid and flimsy your mazda 3 will be.
I test driven both cars, I like mazda's new identity but not comparable to bmw's heritage and standards and quality, you get what you paid for theres no such thing you pay less for a better car.
Who gets in the back of a car like that anyway
iDrive, connective drive, what a great invention to distract you from driving the car. Still, at least when you have a lapse in concentration and lose control of the car you can crash in teutonic comfort. Great.
Isn't that the case with all car infotainment-systems? The iDrive system is actually better than most in terms of safety, because it's easy too use and it's controlled via the iDrive button/knob as opposed to the many infotainment systems that are touchscreen-driven. Touchscreen really requires you to look away from the road, whereas the iDrive system can be controlled almost blindly once you get a hang of it.
MegaVector2011 iDrive is really safe to use. You do not have to touch screens and take your eyes off the road. The rotory dial is simple to use, the touch control panel around the dial is simple to use. You master it in no time and you can pretty much work it without ever having to look at what your hand is doing. The high level dash display does not distract you as it is just to the left of your eye line sight, so as you drive along you merely glance as you scroll through the menus, which you get to know quickly.
Compare that to a touch screen system, and very quickly realise how fantastic the iDrive is.
Matts looking old nowadays...
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This guy really has no clue what he's talking about. In the 2013 review (th-cam.com/video/TsuEFEmoaWA/w-d-xo.html) he said the boot is good as it's bigger than other 'boxier' mainstream hatchbacks; here he's saying the boot is exactly the same as before which is a 'bit small' for its class. What a waste of a review.
he over exaggerates every thing
Nope, it still doesn't have the look....