BMW Australia has confirmed the pricing and standard specification of the fourth-generation 1 Series hatchback ahead of its arrival in the fourth quarter of 2024.
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The 1 Series range will only comprise two variants at launch: the entry-level 118 and the flagship M135 xDrive.
Pricing for the entry-level BMW 118 is up $1700 compared to the previous-generation model and now starts at $56,500 before on-roads, whereas the M135 xDrive is up $5900 and starts at $82,500 before on-roads.
BMW has removed the 'i' designations at the end of each variant's name as part of a new strategy for BMW's model nomenclature.
Previously signifying petrol injection, 'i' will now exclusively be reserved for electric models, with 'd' to still signify diesel and 'e' being used for plug-in hybrids.
The new 1er has grown 42mm in length (4361mm) and 25mm in height (1459mm). Width (1800mm) and wheelbase (2670mm) are the same as the outgoing model.
Under the skin, the new 1 Series is claimed to offer increased rigidity and body structure for "enhanced agility, steering precision and cornering dynamics".
"The revised chassis includes optimised kinematics, highly preloaded anti-roll bar mounts and new shock absorber technology. The caster of the front wheels has been increased by 20 per cent, ensuring stable directional stability and optimised steering feedback," BMW says.
Pricing
There are now only two variants in the local 1 Series range.
Powertrains
Power and torque or the entry-level 118 is up 12kW and 10Nm compared to the previous-generation model, while for the M135 xDrive it's up 8kW and down 50Nm.
Efficiency
BMW Australia has yet to disclose local fuel economy figures for the new-generation 1 Series range.
Dimensions
The 2025 BMW 1 Series is slightly longer and taller than the previous model.
BMW Australia has yet to publish boot capacity figures for the 1 Series range, though the entire range gets a 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat.
Servicing and Warranty
The 2025 BMW 1 Series, like the wider BMW range, is covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Logbook service pricing has yet to be announced.
Safety
The 2025 BMW 1 Series has yet to be assessed by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking (AEB)
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Exit warning
- Lane departure warning
- Lane change warning
- Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
- Speed limit information
- Parking Assistant PlusFront and rear parking sensorsSurround-view camera
M135 xDrive adds:
- Evasion Assistant
- Crossroads warning
- Front cross-traffic alert
- Lane-keep assist
- Steering and Lane Control Assistant
Standard Equipment
The 2025 BMW 1 Series range is available in two variants.
2025 BMW 118 highlights:
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Tyre repair kit
- Tyre pressure monitoring
- M Sport package
- M high-gloss Shadowline highlights with extended contents
- Interior and exterior mirror package
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Adaptive M suspension
- Power tailgate
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- 10.7-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- DAB+ digital radio
- Onboard 5G connectivity
- Head-up display
- Wireless phone charger
- Proximity entry and push-button start
- M headliner Anthracite
- Veganza upholstery
- Heated front sport seats
- Power-adjustable front seats
- BMW Drive Recorder
- Semi-autonomous parking assist
M135 xDrive adds:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- M rear spoiler
- M Sport brake, dark blue metallic
- Panoramic glass roof
- Black-painted contrast roof
- Harman Kardon premium sound system
- Heated steering wheel
- Front seat lumbar support
- Front seat massage function
Optional Equipment
There are number of option packages available on the 2025 BMW 1 Series range, as well as different alloy wheels, seat upholstery finishes, and interior trims.
The $6500 Enhancement Package for the 118 adds:
- Metallic paint
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Heated steering wheel
- Panoramic glass sunroof
- Front seat lumbar support
- Front seat massage function
- Driving Assistant Professional
- Harman Kardon premium sound system
The M Sport Package Pro ($3200, 118; $2700 M135 xDrive) adds:
- Black-painted contrast roof (optional on 118)
- M Sport brakes, Red
- M Lights Shadowline
- M seat belts
- M Sport front seats (M135 xDrive only)
- M rear spoiler, black high gloss (118 only)
There are different 18- and 19-inch alloy wheel options, depending on the variant, as well as the following upholstery options:
- M Alcantara/Veganza combination black/contrast stitching blue
- Veganza perforated Oyster ($NCO, Sport seats only)
- Veganza perforated Coral Red/Black
- Veganza perforated Black ($NCO, Sport seats only)
Colours
There's a wide range of colours available, including some matte finishes which BMW refers to as 'Frozen'.
The 2025 BMW 1 Series range is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Alpine White
- Black Sapphire (+$1700)
- M Portimao Blue (+$1700)
- Skyscraper Grey (+$1700)
- Thundernight metallic (+$1700)
- Storm Bay metallic (+$3500)
- Frozen Pure Grey metallic (+$5000)
- Frozen Portimao Blue (+$5000)
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Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
