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- Debut: 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show
- Class: Luxury compact
- Introduced in Europe: 2004
- Coming to America: 2008
- MSRP: Estimated to be $30,000-35,000
- Replaced: BMW Compact
- Available with 2, 3, or 5 doors
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Introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 2007, the BMW 1 Series is available in two, three or five door models. This Luxury compact car is the smallest car offered by BMW and the only rear wheel drive vehicle available in its class. Although not aggressively marketed as such, the 1 Series is the first car in the world to come standard with mild hybrid technology.
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Popular Mechanics Test Drive
- Applauds BMW for putting their largest engine in their smallest car. They found the 2008 1 Series fun to drive and the 6 speed manual transmission enjoyable to use.
- Shares Car and Driver's view on the stellar handling and easy ride.
- Notes that despite its small size there is plenty of room for passengers.
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BMW 1 Series Questions
Can you give me a review of the newer BMW 7 Series (it would be especially good if this is a first hand review)? 1 AnswerHere's a review on the new 7 Series: http://www.edmunds.com/bmw/7series/2009/review.html They also have additional road test and consumer reviews of the new 7 S... read more
How long should control arm bushings last on a BMW? 2 AnswersThat is a very hard answer. First, when was the car built, what kind of BMW, What kind of conditions is it driven in? You should expect 10 years or ... read more
For the price and performance, would you buy a Hyundai Genesis in 2010 or a BMW? 2 AnswersI'd go with a BMW, even a 3 series (which puts it around the same price as the Genesis though you do get a smaller vehicle). I love the handling and performance... read more -

