8.3
2025 BMW 118 review
The new BMW 1 Series is here, and even the cheapest version is a properly compelling buy for fans of premium European hatches.
Max Davies
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The BMW 1 Series is available in the following exterior paint colours:
The 118i Sport is only available in solid black paint.
The Mazda 3 is available in the following finishes:
The following finishes cost an additional $495:
The new BMW 1 Series is here, and even the cheapest version is a properly compelling buy for fans of premium European hatches.
Max Davies
Beyond equipment upgrades and price rises, the Mazda 3 remains a refined and rewarding small car with a couple of unresolved flaws.
Josh Nevett
Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | ELECT DIRECT INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1499 - 1998 | 1998 - 2497 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.5L, 2.0L | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 3, TURBO 4 | INLINE 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
12 - 16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
103kW - 225kW | 114kW - 139kW | |
Power RPM | ||
4200 - 5000 | 6000 | |
Torque | ||
220Nm - 450Nm | 200Nm - 252Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1480 - 1800 | 4000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.5 - 11 | 13 |