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2026 BMW 1 Series - Base
2.0L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
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Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.8 / 100 km
Power and torque
233kW / 400Nm
628km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
4 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Car Sharing
Months Subscription Included: 12
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 10.70
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 177
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: B48a20t2
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.9
Main Capacity (L): 49
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.8
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.70
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 628
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 390
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 317
Maximum Power (kW): 233
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.8
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Code: Gd7s40bg
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: Steptronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Faar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 42.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1200
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 380
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.5
Front Track (mm): 1562
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 156
Overall Height (in): 57.4
Overall Height (mm): 1459
Overall Length (in): 171.7
Overall Length (mm): 4361
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 70.9
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1800
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2072
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 61.5
Rear Track (mm): 1562
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1019
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 956
Front Hip Room (in): 56.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1442
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1430
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 873
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1410
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1351
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1600
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3527
Tare Weight (kg): 1571
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 464
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 16
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 78.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20260601
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 85.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 81.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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