All New BMW 1 Series

[inlinesix]

so meaning cannot drive to malaysia?

 

Malaysia diesel already Euro V

 

Singapore still Euro IV

 

[inlinesix]

Though i never tried zoom off at traffic pick up but did once to dash cross the light when it is about to turn amber and red. That was during out lunch with colleague and with 4 big adults in the car, the car simply responded and zoooooom across with all the torque needed, think i only press down accelerator more and havent floor it yet. Colleague said really has the pickup and respond is very fast. I didnt expect that too

 

That's because max torque starts from 1,750RPM. This diesel block has the same torque as F30 320

 

[flyknit]

 

$147k for for A3 sedan (Ambiente). I think the promotion price now is $137k which is very competitive as compare to the BMW 1 series.

 

Thanks. I am considering either 1 series or A3 sedan. I'm less concern on FC as won't be driving everyday. Prefer to have 'built in' GPS and reverse cam as wife will be driving. I understand that both 116 and A3 doesn't come with both?

[Nicepal]

 

Malaysia diesel already Euro V

 

Singapore still Euro IV

 

 

Really? I thought malaysia only certain part like BHP has the Euro V?

 

omg.. singapore is only Euro IV....? I thought Singapore's are Euro V... :)

 

Where can locate these info?? I will try google later.

 

Thanks. I am considering either 1 series or A3 sedan. I'm less concern on FC as won't be driving everyday. Prefer to have 'built in' GPS and reverse cam as wife will be driving. I understand that both 116 and A3 doesn't come with both?

 

Stock 116 doesn't have them. you can try to ask the SE to preorder. they will tell you need to factory install.. ;).. reverse cam, I think ok.. but with reverse sensor should be good enough.

[inlinesix]

 

Thanks. I am considering either 1 series or A3 sedan. I'm less concern on FC as won't be driving everyday. Prefer to have 'built in' GPS and reverse cam as wife will be driving. I understand that both 116 and A3 doesn't come with both?

Don't waste $$ with Sat Nav. Juz teach her to use WAZE

[ccsgl1900]

 

Thanks. I am considering either 1 series or A3 sedan. I'm less concern on FC as won't be driving everyday. Prefer to have 'built in' GPS and reverse cam as wife will be driving. I understand that both 116 and A3 doesn't come with both?

 

I cannot recall does the A3 come with GPS. For the 116, confirm no GPS. If you need it, have to be factory installed and is expensive. GPS is not necessary in SG but you frequent MY than you may need it.

[Civic6228]

DSG!DSG!DSG!

 

As long as it is using the 7 Speed Dry .... NO/NO for me .....

[flyknit]

Stock 116 doesn't have them. you can try to ask the SE to preorder. they will tell you need to factory install.. ;).. reverse cam, I think ok.. but with reverse sensor should be good enough.

Reverse cam can see behind instead of just hearing sound ma. 😁

 

Do they give u option to upgrade rim, steering and bodykit?

Don't waste $$ with Sat Nav. Juz teach her to use WAZE

I'm using garmin at the moment. Thought it will be better if everything integrated.

[inlinesix]

I'm using garmin at the moment. Thought it will be better if everything integrated.

 

Nowadays, Garmin also no fight for Waze. Maps are updated online juz like Google Map. Somemore got real time traffic condition.

 

The price for integration is map update will cost you $1k each time.

 

[Mockngbrd]

Just had the 116d over the weekend. Better than expected.

Surprisingly good to drive and power-wise not very exciting but manages to get the job done. Nice low/mid-range torque from the diesel unit. Very nice balance, takes corners very well and with a not-so-powerful engine, putting down power mid-corner does not really unsettle the car.

 

Ride feels slightly quieter than what i remembered from driving the Pre-LCI when it launched. Comfort access and electric seats are nice to have also after having to go without for the 1st generation 1er.

 

Economy wise i managed an average of about 16km/l with mostly city driving and an almost equal mix of comfort/sport modes. I think if one was to be alot more light footed, 20km/l might be possible.

I also do think it needs Sat-Nav. Cars sold in this day and age without sat-nav built in is just wrong...... urrrgh

Otherwise, with a price that just undercuts the base A-class (also no sat-nav), i think it's a pretty good option for those looking to buy in this segment. For my $$$, i'll take the this over the base A because of the slightly lower price-point and better driving dynamics.

 

I'll have to give the A-class the win for styling and aesthetics, but how long the Merc's bold design will last is anyone's guess. BMW's safer approach to the 1's body styling might seems slightly sedate when compared with the Merc, but i think the BMW design will endure longer when compare with the more "fashionable" A-Class.

 

Edited September 21, 2015 by Mockngbrd

[Piyopico]

Just had the 116d over the weekend. Better than expected.

 

Surprisingly good to drive and power-wise not very exciting but manages to get the job done. Nice low/mid-range torque from the diesel unit. Very nice balance, takes corners very well and with a not-so-powerful engine, putting down power mid-corner does not really unsettle the car.

 

Ride feels slightly quieter than what i remembered from driving the Pre-LCI when it launched. Comfort access and electric seats are nice to have also after having to go without for the 1st generation 1er.

 

Economy wise i managed an average of about 16km/l with mostly city driving and an almost equal mix of comfort/sport modes. I think if one was to be alot more light footed, 20km/l might be possible.

 

I also do think it needs Sat-Nav. Cars sold in this day and age without sat-nav built in is just wrong...... urrrgh

 

Otherwise, with a price that just undercuts the base A-class (also no sat-nav), i think it's a pretty good option for those looking to buy in this segment. For my $$$, i'll take the this over the base A because of the slightly lower price-point and better driving dynamics.

 

I'll have to give the A-class the win for styling and aesthetics, but how long the Merc's bold design will last is anyone's guess. BMW's safer approach to the 1's body styling might seems slightly sedate when compared with the Merc, but i think the BMW design will endure longer when compare with the more "fashionable" A-Class.

 

The A class is not as frugal but it comes with park assist. Nicer interior. More expensive too.

 

If mileage is very high, the 1er is the one to get. Drives better.

 

Caters to quite different segments.

Edited September 21, 2015 by Piyopico

[inlinesix]

Just had the 116d over the weekend. Better than expected.

 

Surprisingly good to drive and power-wise not very exciting but manages to get the job done. Nice low/mid-range torque from the diesel unit. Very nice balance, takes corners very well and with a not-so-powerful engine, putting down power mid-corner does not really unsettle the car.

 

Ride feels slightly quieter than what i remembered from driving the Pre-LCI when it launched. Comfort access and electric seats are nice to have also after having to go without for the 1st generation 1er.

 

Economy wise i managed an average of about 16km/l with mostly city driving and an almost equal mix of comfort/sport modes. I think if one was to be alot more light footed, 20km/l might be possible.

 

I also do think it needs Sat-Nav. Cars sold in this day and age without sat-nav built in is just wrong...... urrrgh

 

Otherwise, with a price that just undercuts the base A-class (also no sat-nav), i think it's a pretty good option for those looking to buy in this segment. For my $$$, i'll take the this over the base A because of the slightly lower price-point and better driving dynamics.

 

I'll have to give the A-class the win for styling and aesthetics, but how long the Merc's bold design will last is anyone's guess. BMW's safer approach to the 1's body styling might seems slightly sedate when compared with the Merc, but i think the BMW design will endure longer when compare with the more "fashionable" A-Class.

 

This will be nice car to have in the form of 125. 135 will be an overkill.

 

[Nicepal]

Go for 116.. ;)

[flyknit]

 

This will be nice car to have in the form of 125. 135 will be an overkill.

 

For me 120i will be sufficient. I find the m-sport package 120i suspension very stiff. Rear too bumpy. 116d suspension ok? Can fit 2 primary school kids? Can drift with 116d sport mode anot? 😁

[flyknit]

Just had the 116d over the weekend. Better than expected.

 

Surprisingly good to drive and power-wise not very exciting but manages to get the job done. Nice low/mid-range torque from the diesel unit. Very nice balance, takes corners very well and with a not-so-powerful engine, putting down power mid-corner does not really unsettle the car.

 

Ride feels slightly quieter than what i remembered from driving the Pre-LCI when it launched. Comfort access and electric seats are nice to have also after having to go without for the 1st generation 1er.

 

Economy wise i managed an average of about 16km/l with mostly city driving and an almost equal mix of comfort/sport modes. I think if one was to be alot more light footed, 20km/l might be possible.

 

I also do think it needs Sat-Nav. Cars sold in this day and age without sat-nav built in is just wrong...... urrrgh

 

Otherwise, with a price that just undercuts the base A-class (also no sat-nav), i think it's a pretty good option for those looking to buy in this segment. For my $$$, i'll take the this over the base A because of the slightly lower price-point and better driving dynamics.

 

I'll have to give the A-class the win for styling and aesthetics, but how long the Merc's bold design will last is anyone's guess. BMW's safer approach to the 1's body styling might seems slightly sedate when compared with the Merc, but i think the BMW design will endure longer when compare with the more "fashionable" A-Class.

 

Possible to chip to increase HP?

[inlinesix]

For me 120i will be sufficient. I find the m-sport package 120i suspension very stiff. Rear too bumpy. 116d suspension ok? Can fit 2 primary school kids? Can drift with 116d sport mode anot? 😁

 

I don't F20 LCI. Can't comment on suspension.

 

Come on lah. BMW is ultimate driving machine. With m sport package, it is for sheer driving pleasure. Who care whether rear bumpy or not.

 

Rather asking here, why not bring whole family to PML showroom to test drive.

[ccsgl1900]

Before you decide which car to buy, bring the whole family for a test drive. Get each family members to vote for the best car. :)

 

I think BMW and Audi (do not quote me) allow you drive at both expressway and around housing estate area, even drive up HDB car park. Have a good feel of the vehicle and it performance both at high speed and normal speed of 60 km/h. I test drive both car (BMW 1 series and Audi A3) and ramp the engine to let it pick up speed.

 

I feel both car is good. Just for individual preference each have it merit. If you needs to carry 4 adults passenger most of the time than Audi A3 is suitable. If not, can consider BMW 1 series cause it Sheer Driving Pleasure. Lol!

 

Just my thought for sharing.

 

[inlinesix]

If buy car to ferry ppl, DON'T buy BMW.

 

If buy car to drive, buy BMW. Heck car OC & kids KPKB about bumpy suspension.

 

Nowadays, BMW must have M sports. Otherwise, it feels like a boat.