118 Hatch
$59,500 +ORC
- Engine
- 1.5 litre turbo three-cylinder petrol
- Power
- 115 kW
- Fuel use
- 6.4 L/100km combined
- Drive
- FWD
Entry point, 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 s; NSW drive-away (MRDP) $65,754
BMW
2026 BMW 1 Series
Small premium hatch
On sale nowPetrol
From $59,500 plus on-road costs
BMW's smallest car is a front-drive premium hatch with a curved dash display and a hot M135 at the top.
From$59,500+ORC
Engine1.5 litre turbo three-cylinder petrol
Power115 to 233 kW
Fuel use6.4 L/100 km
Seats5
Boot380 L
Towing1,300 kgbraked
CarTell take
We haven't driven the 1 Series yet. On paper, configurator drive-away figures are for NSW; option packs such as M Sport Package Pro ($2,462) and Enhancement Package ($5,000) add up quickly.
Why consider it
- Big-screen cabin tech and a strong 120 mid-spec for modest extra money
What to know
- Prices climb fast with options, and the M135 sits close to 3 Series money
Who it suits
City buyers who want a premium badge, good tech and a compact footprint
City drivers
Compact footprint, 380 L boot
Keen drivers
115 to 233 kW on tap
Premium buyers
Cabin quality up top
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.5 litre turbo three-cylinder petrol
Powertrain
115 to 233 kW, 230 Nm
6.4 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
Grades and pricing
3 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 118 Hatch | $59,500 +ORC | 1.5 litre turbo three-cylinder petrol | 115 kW | 6.4 L/100km combined | FWD | Entry point, 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 s; NSW drive-away (MRDP) $65,754 |
| 120 Hatch | $62,500 +ORC | Turbo petrol | 150 kW | FWD | Extra 35 kW for $3,000 more, 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 s; NSW drive-away $68,904 | |
| M135 xDrive Hatch | $86,399 +ORC | Turbo petrol | 233 kW | AWD | All-wheel drive hot hatch, 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 s; NSW drive-away $94,204 |
120 Hatch
$62,500 +ORC
- Engine
- Turbo petrol
- Power
- 150 kW
- Drive
- FWD
Extra 35 kW for $3,000 more, 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 s; NSW drive-away $68,904
M135 xDrive Hatch
$86,399 +ORC
- Engine
- Turbo petrol
- Power
- 233 kW
- Drive
- AWD
All-wheel drive hot hatch, 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 s; NSW drive-away $94,204
Practicality and safety
5 seats
Seating
380 to 1,200 L
Boot space
Not ANCAP rated
Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you need real rear-seat or boot space, or want an electric small car
Frequently asked questions
The BMW 1 Series in full
BMW's smallest car is a front-drive premium hatch with a curved dash display and a hot M135 at the top. On paper the 118 and 120 make a tidy city car, and the M135 xDrive is a genuine 233 kW all-paw pocket rocket.
From$59,500+ORC
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