1 Series

New engines for the next BMW 1 Series

The second generation of the BMW 1 Series is just around the corner and for the compact model, BMW will offer new powerplant choices, including a modern four-cylinder gasoline engine with turbocharging and direct injection….

Premiere: BMW 1 Series M Coupé Teaser

Premiere: BMW 1 Series M Coupé Teaser

Moments ago, BMW has just released the first teaser of the BMW 1 Series M Coupe, the rumored M1 or 1M vehicle everyone has been talking about. “This very special M” as BMW calls it…

BMW 135i with the Performance Package

In an effort to cater further to the performance crowd, in recent years BMW has offered up some delectable performance upgrades for its already potent engines such as the twin-turbo N54 found in the 135…

BMW 1 Series Success Story: First Million Units Built

An (early) farewell to the 1 Series Hatch

I remember first seeing the 1 Series back in September 2004 – also my first trip to Bavaria. I came with my dad to a BMW dealership in Rosenheim, a city 40 miles away from…

Analysis: BMW 1 Series Coupe Styling

Analysis: BMW 1 Series Coupe Styling

The Amish are renowned for their restrained appearance, and a well crafted simplicity. Loath to emulate what they view as the discordant modern world, they have shunned any affect of modernity. Amish building and furniture…

NAIAS 2010: BMW 135i Coupe with 7-Speed DCT

NAIAS 2010: BMW 135i Coupe with 7-Speed DCT

At the Detroit Auto Show 2010, BMW brought out an existing upgraded model, destined for the enthusiasts in the BMW community. The 2010 BMW 135i Coupe makes a transition from the several times award winning…

2011 BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible get twin-scroll N55 3.0 liter engine

2011 BMW 135i Coupe and Convertible get twin-scroll N55 3.0 liter engine

BMW’s EfficientDynamics philosophy continues with the 2011 135i Coupe and Convertible models which feature the company’s latest twin-scroll turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six cylinder engine. Both models will feature the 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission (DCT) as an…