2011-2019 1 Series OverviewBMW 1 Series Overview (2011 - 2019)
F20 / F21
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 155 mph
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- 4.4 - 12.2 seconds
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- 94 - 335 hp
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- 29.4 - 69.2 mpg
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- 2,998 - 3,560 lbs
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- 12.7 - 42.4 ft3
This generation of the BMW 1 Series (F20 / F21) was produced by the German manufacturer BMW between 2011 - 2019. It's a front engined Hatchback with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 94 hp 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 335 hp 3 L Inline 6 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 1 Series is the BMW M140i which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 335 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.68 lb/hp it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the BMW 116d ED is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 950 miles and can store 12.7-42.4 cubic feet of cargo.
Euro NCAP Results
