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The new BMW 1 Series
goes on sale in Spring 2007 and it features a model line up that includes the
most fuel efficient production vehicle the marque has ever produced. The
introduction of a three-door model and a revised five-door come as a raft of new
fuel saving innovations are rolled out across the range.
Technologies such as Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start-Stop function and
Electric Power Steering are combined with lower rolling resistant tyres and a
gearshift change indicator to encourage economical motoring. These innovations
boost power output but cut
fuel consumption and emissions.
The BMW 118d, BMW’s most economical car, manages its record 60.1mpg figure
courtesy of these features in conjunction with the use of further lightweight
engineering. The car now has an aluminium crankcase to save weight. Aside from
the BMW Hydrogen 7, the BMW 118d also posts the lowest ever CO2 emissions of any
BMW recording 123g/km (putting it into the Band C category for Vehicle Excise
Duty).
Brake Energy Regeneration (iGR) makes its debut on the 1 Series. The system uses
an Intelligent Alternator Control (IAC) and an Absorbent Glass Mat battery to
recycle previously lost energy, in turn saving fuel.
The new 1 Series also comes with Auto Start-Stop function to cut fuel
consumption. The system automatically switches the engine off when the vehicle
is stationary and the driver puts the car into neutral. To restart the
driver only need engage the clutch again before pulling away in the
normal manner.
The use of Electric Power Steering results in approximately a tenth of drive
energy consumption compared to a conventional mechanical hydraulic steering
system. Power assistance is now provided by an electric motor that works only
when required, such as turning a corner. Other fuel saving enhancements have
been made courtesy of various ancillary devices, such as the air-conditioning
power supply being disconnected from the drivetrain when not in use.
The second generation 118d common-rail diesel engine with aluminium crankcase
achieves zero to 62mph in 8.9 seconds (9.0 seconds for five door) before going
on to a top speed of 130mph. Output is 143hp (up 21 hp) while peak torque is
300Nm (up 20Nm). Combined fuel consumption is 60.1mpg (improves by 19 per cent)
and CO2 emissions are 123g/km (down 18 per cent).
The plethora of new technology showcased in the BMW 1 Series will have a
significant impact on cost of ownership for customers. For the company car
driver all but two engine variants now sit in the Band C category for Vehicle
Excise Duty. This results in a saving of up to £505 for someone paying 40 per
cent tax and up to £278 for those in the 22 per cent tax bracket. For all owners
fuel consumption improvement means a 12,000 miles a year driver will save
approximately £250 off the fuel bill.
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Statistics
CO2 emissions: 123g/km
MPG Combined: 60.1
Engine: 1800cc Diesel
Transmission : Manual
BHP: 143/300 NM
Top Speed: 130mph
0.62mph: 8.9
Insurance Group: TBC
Warranty: 3 years/60,000miles |
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Reviewed by Daren Johnson from Devon on 09
July 2008
BMW 118d: We needed a replacement for our
tired MG ZTT 190. We looked around and eventually bought a 118d march
08, based on good reviews, economy and road tax of £35 pa. and of course
the promised quality and finish of a BMW.
We added leather and lots of bits and pieces which gave us the car we
wanted.
The mpg is, as the previous reviewer stated, no better than 51mpg with a
nun at the wheel and more like 46 knocking about. I have covered
5500miles now and have had to take the vehicle back for a heavy clunky
noise on the front suspension when on an unmade road or speed humps and
a rattle on the drivers door!
The door was fixed but the handle is now loose and the garage cannot
find a problem with the front suspension.
It isn't all bad, I like the drive and generally the finish is ok, but
to be honest I could have spent less, had similar quality from a less
prestigious brand, and enjoyed a holiday with the change....come on BMW
you must do better or this new customer will not be back!! The MG was
better it has to be said!!
Reviewed by Richard from UK on 13 December 2007
I
bought the 118d because of the
positive reviews and green
features. The MPG isn't bad but
don't believe a word of the
60.1. Even driving like I am on
my driving test the best I have
managed is 51. I challenged BMW
and I received a corporate
response along the lines of
'60.1 was achieved in test
conditions blah blah blah'
If I throw caution to the wind
and am happy to settle for 48
mpg the 1 series is a great
drive.
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