Available in Europe since the 2004 model year, BMW brought the subcompact 1 Series to the United States in 2008. Entered as a contender of a growing small premium car segment, the BMW 1 Series ...

Since 1975, the 3-Series had been BMW's entry-level car, but when BMW subsidiary MINI made such a big seller out of the MINI Cooper, the 1-Series was introduced to North America in 2008 to slot nicely ...

Is the BMW 1 Series a good car? The BMW 1 Series remains a solid entry in the premium hatchback segment thanks to its dynamic driving experience, well-built cabin and strong efficiency.

Despite the 1 Series’ position as one of the sportier hatchbacks in its segment, BMW hasn’t gone overboard in making it too hard-edged on the road. Yes, there’s heavy steering, but it’s ...

This is where BMW has struggled of late, thanks in no small part to the hamster-tooth grilles of the 4 Series models and the overall hideousness of the XM. And, on the face of it, the struggles are ...

The second-generation BMW 1-series, the firm’s smallest model (for now). It remains rear-wheel drive, and prices kick off below the £20K mark. The 118i we’ve driven starts at £21,985 ...

The BMW 1 Series comes in hot as one of the more engaging and capable hatchbacks to drive in its class. Even the 120 delivers a fluid, driver-focused experience, with a firm but controlled ride, while ...