The drive of the 1-Series is responsive and engaging, just as one would expect from a BMW. Rivals will be hard pressed to keep up on those back twisty roads. It's likely that most drivers will be more than satisfied with its quick and smooth acceleration, responsive steering, confident body control and overall fun-to-drive athleticism with either engine.
If you can get past the often-confusing iDrive system, the 2012 BMW 1-Series offers a great blend of style, power, handling, and luxury at a sometimes reasonable, sometimes objectionable price.
We have previously reported that the new generation of BMW 3 Series Starter Edition models 316i officially released overseas and imported cars in domestic auto enginuity exposure. Recently, we are told, this BMW 316i models to achieve localization in Brilliance.
Power, style, and attainable luxury are all part of the 2011 1-Series' repertoire, though the appearance and BMW's fourth-gen iDrive may not be everyone's cup of tea.