2021 BMW 118i Reviews
You'll find all our 2021 BMW 118i reviews right here. 2021 BMW 118i prices range from $46,990 for the 1 Series 118i M Sport to $48,900 for the 1 Series 118i Sport.
Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the 1 Series's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.
The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find BMW 1 Series dating back as far as 2005.
Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the BMW 118i, you'll find it all here.
BMW 118i Reviews
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BMW 118i 2023 review
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By Tim Nicholson · 27 Sep 2022
There will always be a question mark over the value - or lack of - of an entry-level small hatchback from a premium brand, compared with a more affordable mainstream option. But does the BMW 118i have the goods to bust that perception?
BMW 1 Series 2020 review: 118i and M135i xDrive
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By Malcolm Flynn · 03 Jul 2020
The new BMW 1 Series has lost rear-wheel drive for the new third-generation F40 model, replacing it with more conventional front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It’s also fundamentally a better car all round. Which part matters?
BMW 118i 2018 review: snapshot
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By Laura Berry · 29 Aug 2018
The 1 Series is BMW’s take on a small hatchback and the 118i is the entry point into the range, at $39,990.
BMW 118d 2018 review: snapshot
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By Laura Berry · 29 Aug 2018
The BMW 118d has the only diesel engine in the 1 Series hatchback range and its also one of the most affordable cars in the line-up with its list price $44,990.
BMW 1 Series 2018 review
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By Laura Berry · 28 Aug 2018
The BMW 1 Series is not only a real BMW, it could be a real reason not to get a Benz A-Class or an Audi A3 Sportback.
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BMW 118i 2017 review: snapshot
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By James Cleary · 11 Oct 2017
The entry-level, 1.5-litre, three-cylinder, turbo-petrol 118i ($39,990) is offered as standard with a ‘Sport Line’ package.
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BMW 118i 2016 review: snapshot
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By Laura Berry · 25 Oct 2016
The $36,900 118i is the entry variant in the 1 Series range and sits below the $40,300 118d in a line-up which tops out at $64,900 M140i.
BMW 1 Series 2016 review
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By Laura Berry · 22 Oct 2016
Richard Berry road tests and reviews the BMW 1 Series with specs, fuel consumption and verdict at its Australian launch.
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BMW 118i Urban Line 2015 review
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By Peter Anderson · 16 Dec 2015
Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the 2015 BMW 118i with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.
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BMW 118i 2015 review
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By Richard Blackburn · 10 Jul 2015
Richard Blackburn road tests and reviews the BMW 118i with specs, fuel consumption and verdict.