BMW 1 Series 2019–2024 car dimensions: 4319 mm long, 1799 mm wide and 1434 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,365 kg. Braked towing is 1,300 kg.
The cabin has a driver-focused layout with a central touchscreen as part of the iDrive system. Automatic climate control is standard as a single-zone unit. Active Guard Plus comes as standard and includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection plus lane keep assist that steers you back if you drift. Cruise control with brake function, front and rear parking sensors, and a reversing camera are available on higher trims or as options. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are offered on many grades via the Connected packages. Blind-spot warning sits in optional driving assistant packs. Overall the car feels straightforward for daily driving with solid basic aids that cover city and motorway use without needing every extra.
Boot space measures 380 litres with the rear seats up. Fold the 60:40 split rear seats and it opens to 1200 litres. The load floor is flat and the opening is practical for a compact hatch, making weekend trips or larger shopping loads easy to manage.
Braked towing capacity is 1300 kg and unbraked is 680 kg. Payload sits at 555 kg. These figures suit light trailer work or occasional loads without strain. No heavy-duty cooling package appears in the specs. Reinforced or sport suspension is limited to M Sport grades.
The cabin feels more open than the previous generation with extra knee room and elbow space in the rear plus easier entry. Supportive seats with good side bolstering suit longer trips. Dual-zone climate and ambient lighting options keep the interior refined for everyday use while the optional panoramic roof brightens the space and adds headroom.
Combined fuel use 5.0–5.7 l/100 km
Condition-based service with oil interval up to 30 000 km or 24 months
Euro NCAP five stars (2019 test)
Standard airbags front side and head plus DSC and Active Guard collision and lane departure warning
The 118i runs a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with published combined consumption of 5.0 to 5.7 litres per 100 km depending on wheels and options. A 42-litre tank is fitted as standard.
Servicing follows BMW’s condition-based system. The car signals oil and filter changes with a maximum interval of 30 000 km or 24 months. Brake fluid is due every two years. Service Inclusive packages cover scheduled work for a fixed period.
Crash protection earned five Euro NCAP stars in 2019 with strong scores for adult and child occupants. Standard kit includes front side and curtain airbags three-point belts with pretensioners tyre pressure warning and the Active Guard suite of collision warning city braking and lane departure warning.
Daily ownership stays straightforward with the flexible service schedule and widely available parts. Optional packages add heated seats steering wheel heating and advanced driver aids without changing the core maintenance pattern.
Length 4319 mm, Width 1799 mm, Height 1434 mm, Wheelbase 2670 mm (1 Series 2019–2024)
Sources: manufacturer data, BMW Group Media Information, 'Specifications, The all-new BMW 1 Series, 118i.'.