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BMW 1 Series F70 (2024–present)

4.0/5
Reliability score Good
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Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
116 (122 Hp) Steptronic DCT (B38A15P) No reports 0 No issues reported
118 (156 Hp) Steptronic DCT (B38) No reports 0 No issues reported
120 (170 Hp) Mild Hybrid Steptronic DCT (B38A15P) No reports 0 No issues reported
120 (204 Hp) Steptronic DCT (B48) No reports 0 No issues reported
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123 (218 Hp) Mild Hybrid xDrive Steptronic DCT (B48A20P) No reports 0 No issues reported
M135 (300 Hp) xDrive Steptronic DCT (B48A20H) No reports 0 No issues reported
M135 (317 Hp) xDrive Steptronic DCT (B48) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
118d (150 Hp) Steptronic DCT (B47C20B) No reports 0 No issues reported
120d (163 Hp) Mild Hybrid Steptronic DCT (B47C20B) No reports 0 No issues reported

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1 Series F70 Review

The car was purchased a few weeks ago. Currently, the vehicle's evaluation is very positive, but there are minor drawbacks. I believe that for this class (highest possible trim level chosen), the car should be better finished. Inside, there are quite a few plastic elements prone to scratching, few physical buttons (most things are touch-controlled directly from the central monitor, which can sometimes be a bit cumbersome), and the engine is a bit too loud when starting.

Pros: Overall positive evaluation, High trim level
Cons: Interior plastic prone to scratches, Excessive touch controls, Engine noise on startup
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BMW 1 Series F70: A Premium Feel with Quirks

Overall, it's premium and feels like a premium drive, though there are some slightly hidden cost-saving measures. Definitely go for the M package, as for a few thousand euros the car looks completely different from the base version, with cooler wheels, different body elements, Alcantara and leather inside, a black headliner, and omnipresent M motifs in the usual colors. The car is dynamic, quiet, and impressive; the door closing sound is a bit embarrassing (most people write about it), as is the trunk shelf.

Pros: Premium feel and driving experience, M package significantly enhances appearance and interior, Dynamic, quiet, and visually appealing
Cons: Minor cost-saving measures present, Embarrassing door closing sound, Trunk shelf design

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