The incoming 2017 BMW 1 Series range has been detailed for Australia, bringing new engines with added performance and improved efficiency across the line-up.
Headlining the minor refresh are the aforementioned engine upgrades, along with a new top-spec M140i variant replacing the previous M135i.
The entry-level 118i petrol and 118d models are unchanged from the previous year, starting at $36,900 and $40,300 plus on-road costs respectively.
First in the updated range is the 120i, which is fitted with a revised 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 135kW of power and 270Nm of torque, up 20kW and 20Nm respectively.
The new powerplant helps the 120i cut 0.1 seconds off its claimed 0-100km/h sprint time to 7.1 seconds.
With the improved performance comes increased efficiency, claiming 5.5L/100km on the combined cycle, down from 5.7L/100km.
Priced from $41,900 plus on-roads, standard features in the 120i include the Sport Line package, reversing camera, dual-zone climate control, satellite navigation with ConnectedDrive real-time traffic updates, 17-inch alloy wheels and an eight-speed automatic transmission. A six-speed manual shifter is available as a no-cost option.
Stepping up to the 125i adds a $7000 premium ($48,900 plus on-roads), which brings a more powerful version of the 2.0-litre turbo four to the party.
Producing 165kW and 310Nm, the 125i is 5kW up on its predecessor, and is 0.1 seconds quicker from 0-100km/h, which is now achieved in 6.1 seconds.
A more significant update can be seen in fuel-consumption, with BMW claiming a 0.6L/100km improvement to 5.9L/100km for the new 125i.
Standard equipment on the 125i includes 18-inch M light alloy wheels, anti-dazzle folding exterior mirrors, front- and rear- parking sensors, variable steering along with cloth/Alcantara upholstery.
At the top of the 1 Series range is the new M140i, which is priced from $64,900 plus on-road costs.
The M140i features a redesigned 3.0-litre turbocharged six-cylinder engine, produces a meaty 250kW of power and 500Nm of torque, a 10kW/50Nm bump from the old M135i.
0-100km/h takes just 4.6 seconds (down from 4.9 seconds), while BMW claims a 7.1L/100km fuel consumption figure, down 0.4L/100km from the M135i.
Adding to the performance and efficiency improvements, the M140i also receives some added specification over its predecessor, including comfort access, 12-speaker harmon/kardon sound system, along with electrically-adjustable leather-trimmed front seats with heating and lumbar support.
The M140i retains the adaptive M suspension, adaptive LED headlights, professional navigation and DAB+ digital radio that were already standard on the 1 Series flagship.
Like the rest of the BMW range, the 1 Series is covered by the company’s Condition Based Servicing (CBS) schedule, which relies on sensors and algorithms to determine when the vehicle requires maintenance.
The updated 2017 BMW 1 Series range will be available in the fourth quarter of this year.
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