BMW 1-Series sedan is now available
in Mexico. Priced from MXN 489,900 (US$ 24,607 /
€ 21,106), the 1-Series sedan is MXN 45,000 (US$ 2,260 / € 1,938) more affordable
than the 3-Series. Unfortunately, its specifications aren’t too impressive as
the entry-level 118iA has a 1.5-liter TwinPower Turbo three-cylinder engine
that produces 136 hp and 220 Nm of torque. The
engine is connected to a six-speed automatic transmission which sends power to
the front wheel. This setup enables the car to accelerate from 0-100
km/h in 9.4 seconds before hitting a top speed of 212 km/h.
While the car isn’t fast, it does come
reasonably well equipped as drivers will find a leather-wrapped sport steering
wheel, Sensatec upholstery and a dual-zone automatic climate control system.
The car also has LED daytime running lights, rain sensing wipers and 17-inch
alloy wheels. Other highlights include front sport seats and an infotainment
system with a 6.5-inch display.
Moving up to the MXN 569,900 (US$ 28,655 / 24,553) 120iA sedan rewards buyers with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
engine developing 192 hp and 280 Nm of torque.
Thanks to the additional power and a more advanced eight-speed automatic
transmission, the car runs from 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and has a
limited top speed of 235 km/h.
Besides the larger engine, the 120iA
features additional equipment including a panoramic glass roof, a split-folding
rear seat and LED headlights.
There’s no word on whether or not the
1-Series Sedan will be offered in additional markets but it seems possible if
the model proves successful in Mexico. That remains to be seen but BMW says the
car has the best driving comfort in its segment as well as a distinctive
combination of style and elegance.
