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BMW 1 Series to go back to the future with rear-wheel drive - report
The next-generation BMW 1 Series will be available with rear-wheel drive, but sadly not in concert with a six-cylinder engine.
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William Stopford
More than 24,000 BMW and Mini vehicles recalled for fire risk
Almost 25,000 BMW and Mini vehicles are being recalled as they could develop an internal coolant leak which could lead to a vehicle fire.
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Anthony Crawford
BMW 118: Premium hatch, reimagined
SPONSORED: If you thought entry-level BMW models were just about badge cachet and compromises, think again.
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Marton Pettendy
2025 BMW 118 Sport Collection brings extra value
This special BMW 1 Series hatch is priced $7300 higher than the base 118 but includes on-road costs, metallic paint and a panoramic sunroof.
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CarExpert
CarExpert Choice winner: Best Luxury Small Car
Fun-to-drive and featuring an upscale interior with fresh technology, the BMW 1 Series is our choice for best small luxury car.
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William Stopford
Why the BMW 1 Series is a CarExpert Choice winner
The BMW 1 Series fended off some tough competition to score the title of best small luxury car in the inaugural 2025 CarExpert Choice Awards.
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Max Davies
Which small European car would you buy?
Still love small Euro cars even if segment leaders are favouring larger SUVs? Here are the ones we like most.
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Max Davies
BMW 1 Series hatch to return to rear-wheel drive – report
BMW could soon revive its once-trademark rear-wheel drive layout for an entry-level hatch, as part of the brand's push towards EVs.
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Jack Quick
2025 BMW 1 Series price and specs
The new BMW 1 Series range arrived late in 2024 in two variants, and is now being expanded with a new mid-range option.
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William Stopford
2025 BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupe: More options for buyers as lineups expanded
New mid-range BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupe models bring more power than the base models for a modest premium.
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William Stopford
Australia's cheapest cars from luxury brands
You'll need to pay six digits for the most affordable Maserati, but the cheapest models from brands like Audi and BMW can be had for well under $100,000.
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Max Davies
BMW working on smaller, more affordable EVs - report
BMW is sticking it out in the small car segment, and is set to introduce a new entry-level electric hatch or sedan plus a more affordable electric SUV.
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James Wong
2025 BMW 1 Series: Next-gen hatch detailed for Australia
The next-generation BMW 1 Series has been detailed for Australia ahead of its local arrival during the fourth quarter of 2024.
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Jordan Mulach
2025 BMW 1 Series gets tech-heavy upgrade
The new BMW 1 Series is here, with the brand’s smallest offering growing in size and scoring new looks and revised engines.
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Max Davies
Australia's most fuel efficient premium small cars
These small cars might come with a premium price tag, but are they similarly expensive to run? Find out here.
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Max Davies
The premium small cars with the most boot space in Australia
Does a more expensive price tag guarantee a more spacious boot? Find out in our breakdown of Australia's premium small car segment.
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