THE 2025 1 & 2

THE 2025 BMW 1 SERIES AND 2 SERIES GRAN COUPE 

By : Mohammed Hotay 

The first 1 series codenamed E81 -> was launched just over 20 years ago.

We are now in the 4 generation of the 1 series BMW. The smallest in BMWs automotive range offerings.

This new F70 1 series follows BMWs latest trend in the styling department, causing much grief to the older BMW fans.

Produced at the BMW Group Plant in Leipzig, and boasting the iconic BMW glow around the kidneys, as well as the vertical LED Daytime driving lights,  it is clear that the design is in line for BMWs latest Neue Klasse range. BMW however maintains its sporty rear design.

The interior is highlighted as leather free with a ‘Veganza’ material used in place of real leather. In the case of the Msport models, Alcantatra is added to give the interior a sporty look and feel.

BMW OPERATING SYSTEM 9 WITH BMW I-DRIVE QUICK SELECT.

-The new BMW infotainment system is based on Android open source (AOSP), and developed in-house.

More intuitive interaction with BMW iDrive Quick Select, are optimized for touch and speech.

The Navigation/map data is completely cloud-based, so it’s always up to date.

The new BMW 1 series is offered in 3 structures, ie :

• Base model
• M Performance model
• M Sport model

 Prices range from R713,393 – for the standard 118i to R 983,000.00 for the M135i

Prices includes a 2year unlimited distance warranty as well as a 5 year / 100,000km maintenance plan.

A navigation system, cruise control, automatic headlamps and parking camera are all standard of the 1 and 2series.

BMW 118 and 218 Gran Coupe specs : 

Engine 3cylinder petrol engine

1499litre

115kw / 230Nm 

0-100km/h 8.5sec 

top speed 226km/h

The M235 X-Drive available from R1,043.099.90, and the hatchback M135 from R982,767.80

Both come with a 4cylinder 2litre turbo petrol engine delivering 233kw and 400Nm of torque and a 7 speed dct transmission.

Top speed 250kph

Another feature with the new 1 and 2 series Gran Coupe is the Driver assistance system and Technology.

SAFETY.

Safety by Design. The new BMW 1 Series and the new BMW 2 series Coupe outperform the NCAP 2023 requirements. - Remote 3d view / Exit warning / Front collision warning with brake intervention.

DRIVING

Speed limit info / Active Lane Guiding / Active cruise control until 210km/h

PARKING

Remote control parking / Parking Assistant Professional / Reversing Assistant Professional

BMW South Africa is offering its’ own finance deals which is an alternative to other finance options.

And this is not only for the 1 & 2 series cars.

• Tailor made payment
• End of term Flexibility
• Designed for you to drive a new BMW more often
• Guaranteed future value & BMW Motorplan

Contact your nearest BMW Dealer to calculate your best finance option for your new BMW.