BMW Series 1 Sedan 2019 presents itself

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As had been predicted, BMW surprised both locals and foreigners by presenting the BMW 1 Series Sedan 2019 in the Mexican market, which becomes a new option in the growing segment of premium compact sedans where it will have to face rivals from houses like Acura, Mercedes-Benz and Audi.

With a length of 4.456 mm, a width of 1.803 mm, a height of 1.446 mm and a long wheelbase of 2.670 mm, this sedan that complements the range of the Series 1 hatchback, is available in a single version Sport Line with two Motorisations to choose from: 3 or 4 cylinders in line with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, with high precision direct fuel injection with centrally located injectors, variable valve control and variable control of the camshaft in the intake and in the escape.

The BMW 120iA Sedan Sport Line, has a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine, which achieves a maximum power of 192 hp and a maximum torque of 207 lb-ft of torque. In combination with the 8-speed Steptronic transmission, it accelerates from zero to 100 km / h in 7.5 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 235 km / h, electronically limited. The combined fuel consumption is 15.9 km / l.

For its part, the BMW 118iA Sedan Sport Line, has a three-cylinder inline engine of 1.5 liters (the same of the MINI), which achieves a maximum power of 136 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. In combination with the six-speed Steptronic transmission, it accelerates from zero to 100 km / h in 9.4 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 212 km / h, electronically limited. The combined fuel consumption is 16.6 kilometers per liter.

 

Doors inside, in addition to the materials and finishes typical in a BMW, highlight the "Driving Experience" controls located in the center console that allow you to choose the Comfort, Sport and Eco Pro modes at the push of a button. Automatic air conditioning with optimized acoustic properties is also included.

As mentioned at the beginning, the BMW 1 Series Sedan 2019 does not have anything easy, since although Buick Verano (its main rival in China) no longer exists, it will have to be measured against competitors such as Acura ILX, Mercedes- Benz CLA and Audi A3 Sedan.