BMW 1er iii (f40) Teknik özellikler

Eh, well, look who's decided to join the party – the BMW 1 Series, a C-class hatchback that's either tangoing with the front wheels or engaging in a dance of all-wheel-drive elegance. The F40, the third-gen prodigy, made its grand entrance back in May 2019.

Now, pay attention, because the "One Series" has packed its bags and moved to the UKL platform – MacPherson struts leading the charge and a multi-link tango at the back. Rear-wheel drive, my dear friends? A relic of the past. It's now a toss-up between front-wheel frenzy or the full xDrive experience with a nifty rear-axle engagement clutch.

In the dimensional shrinkage department, the F40 1 Series seems to have gone on a bit of a diet: length shedding 10 mm (4319/4329), wheelbase cutting back by 20 mm (2670/2690), and height slimming down 6 mm (1434/1440). But hold on, the width? Oh, it's on a feast, gaining a solid 34 mm (1799/1765).

Now, you'd think these numbers would throw a wrench into the cabin space, but fear not! Thanks to the engine deciding to go sideways, engineers managed to stretch the legroom by a generous 33 mm. Backseat passengers won't be practicing their head-banging skills on the roof anymore. Boarding the second row? A breeze. And the trunk? It's playing Tetris, going from 360 to 380 liters.

Externally, the car's had a makeover, now resembling a squished "Two Series," but with a dash of Active Tourer flair.

Inside, it's like a family reunion with the 3 Series and the X5/X7 crossovers. Same steering wheel, a familiar climate control unit, and two 10.25-inch screens – one serving as a virtual instrument panel, the other housing the "smart" multimedia system, BMW 7.0, working on a Siri-esque principle, like Apple's tech. Of course, the base model still rocks analog gauges and a 5.1-inch central display.

Luxury is the name of the game for the 1 Series – adaptive cruise, LED lights, parking assistant, projection, and a whole array of premium features. Plus, for the first time, the 1 Series boasts a sliding panoramic roof, electrically operated fifth door, and 19-inch wheels (compared to the previous max of R18).

Now, let's dive under the hood. The lineup kicks off with the 1.5-liter, three-cylinder petrol beast, the B38, pumping out 140 hp and 220 Nm in the 118i variant. This one's strictly front-wheel-drive and exclusively hooked up to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Diesels, anyone? The 1.5 (B37) clocks in at 116 hp and 270 Nm (116d), while the 2.0 (B47) offers two versions – 150 hp and 350 Nm (118d) or 190 hp and 400 Nm (120d). Transmission options include both a 6-speed manual and an 8-speed automatic. Drive configuration for the 1 Series: either front or all-wheel-drive.

At the summit of the range stands the M135i (don't get it confused with the real "M"), flaunting a more powerful 306 hp, 450 Nm petrol inline-four, the B48. This hot hatch, sporting a meaner exterior, always comes equipped with "two pedals," xDrive, built-in Launch Control, and a front limited-slip differential. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and, as tradition dictates, top speed electronically capped at 250 km/h.

So, there you have it – the all-new BMW 1 Series, a feisty and menacing lad in the urban jungle. Let's see how it holds up on the road. Until next time, folks, this has been your seasoned auto enthusiast, and remember, even the "One Series" can wield some serious automotive prowess. See you on the streets!