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    BMW 118i

    BMW 118i Reviews

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    You'll find all our BMW 1 Series reviews right here. BMW 1 Series prices range from $54,800 for the 1 Series 118i M Sport to $54,800 for the 1 Series 118i M Sport.

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the 1 Series's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find BMW 1 Series dating back as far as 2005.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the BMW 1 Series, you'll find it all here

    BMW 118i Reviews

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    BMW 118i 2023 review

    BMW 118i 2023 review

    27 Sep 2022 by Tim Nicholson
    There will always be a question mark over the value - or lack of - of an entry-level small hatchback from a premium brand, compared with a more affordable mainstream option. But does the BMW 118i... Read more
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    BMW 1 Series 2020 review: 118i and M135i xDrive

    BMW 1 Series 2020 review: 118i and M135i xDrive

    3 Jul 2020 by Malcolm Flynn
    The new BMW 1 Series has lost rear-wheel drive for the new third-generation F40 model, replacing it with more conventional front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It’s also fundamentally a... Read more
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    BMW 118i 2018 review: snapshot

    BMW 118i 2018 review: snapshot

    29 Aug 2018 by Richard Berry
    The 1 Series is BMW’s take on a small hatchback and the 118i is the entry point into the range, at $39,990.... Read more
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    BMW 118d 2018 review: snapshot

    BMW 118d 2018 review: snapshot

    29 Aug 2018 by Richard Berry
    The BMW 118d has the only diesel engine in the 1 Series hatchback range and its also one of the most affordable cars in the line-up with its list price $44,990. Read more
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    BMW 1 Series 2018 review

    BMW 1 Series 2018 review

    28 Aug 2018 by Richard Berry
    The BMW 1 Series is not only a real BMW, it could be a real reason not to get a Benz A-Class or an Audi A3 Sportback. Read more
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    BMW 118i 2017 review: snapshot

    BMW 118i 2017 review: snapshot

    11 Oct 2017 by James Cleary
    The entry-level, 1.5-litre, three-cylinder, turbo-petrol 118i ($39,990) is offered as standard with a ‘Sport Line’ package.... Read more
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    BMW 118i 2016 review: snapshot

    BMW 118i 2016 review: snapshot

    25 Oct 2016 by Richard Berry
    The $36,900 118i is the entry variant in the 1 Series range and sits below the $40,300 118d in a line-up which tops out at $64,900 M140i. Read more
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    BMW 1 Series 2016 review

    BMW 1 Series 2016 review

    22 Oct 2016 by Richard Berry
    Richard Berry road tests and reviews the BMW 1 Series with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch. Read more
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    BMW 118i Urban Line 2015 review

    BMW 118i Urban Line 2015 review

    16 Dec 2015 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the 2015 BMW 118i with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    BMW 118i 2015 review

    BMW 118i 2015 review

    10 Jul 2015 by Richard Blackburn
    Richard Blackburn road tests and reviews the BMW 118i with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more

    Pricing guides

    $65,700
    Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
    Lowest Price
    $54,800
    Highest Price
    $76,600
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    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    128TI 28TI 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $61,900 2024 BMW 118i 128TI 28TI Pricing and Specs
    1 M135I Xdrive 2.0L, —, 8 SP AUTO $76,600 2024 BMW 118i 1 M135I Xdrive Pricing and Specs
    118i M Sport 1.5L, —, 7 SP $54,800 2024 BMW 118i 118i M Sport Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

    BMW 118i News

    Best EOFY 2020 deals: Hatchbacks

    Best EOFY 2020 deals: Hatchbacks

    19 Jun 2020 by Neil Dowling
    BMW 1 Series 2020 specifications leaked: Two-variant range to open local line-up

    BMW 1 Series 2020 specifications leaked: Two-variant range to open local line-up

    24 Jul 2019 by Tung Nguyen
    BMW 1 Series 2017 pricing and spec confirmed

    BMW 1 Series 2017 pricing and spec confirmed

    31 Jul 2017 by Justin Hilliard
    2015 BMW 1 Series revealed

    2015 BMW 1 Series revealed

    19 Jan 2015 by Aiden Taylor
    Mercedes-Benz A-Class a strong bid

    Mercedes-Benz A-Class a strong bid

    13 Mar 2012 by Peter Barnwell
    Women's world car of the year shortlist

    Women's world car of the year shortlist

    29 Feb 2012 by CarsGuide team
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    New Hatchbacks under $60,000

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