The former Series 1 is one of the most sporty models in the BMW family, with a 50:50 perfect weight, a longitudinal rear-drive layout, an in-line six-cylinder engine and other labels that represent driving pleasure.
Although it is now impossible to find the original "label", as the most advanced door model in the family, it has the lowest touch price of the BMW brand, and it is still sought after by many consumers.
Under the support of higher market heat, the BMW 1 series has once again ushered in a new model. What's more interesting is that at a time when we all think that this redesign is a normal third-generation 1 series (F40) mid-term redesign, it may not be. According to the previous official statement, its internal code name is named F70, which most likely means that the future or a new generation of models will enter the market.
At present, the new BMW 1 series is still in a state of a lot of camouflage, but combined with the previously exposed hypothetical pictures and spy photos, it can still be observed.
The overall shape will be basically similar to the third generation 1 series (F40) released in 2019. Of course, as a new model or even a new generation of models, there are also changes in the details, and the biggest change is in the front face.
(Rendering of the new BMW 1 Series)
The dimensions of the grille are further enlarged and a large number of chrome elements are used. In addition, the headlight group shape has become sharper, the daytime running lights have become flatter, and the new style of lens assembly has effectively improved the sophistication of the light group.
If it is a new model, its interior layout will be consistent with the current model, equipped with a full LCD instrument and a large central control screen.
However, if it enters the market as a replacement model, it will be equipped with the latest twin integrated large-screen design of the BMW family, and at the same time, it will also be equipped with BMW's latest and proud iDrive 8 system.
The new BMW 1 Series is expected to continue the powertrain of the current model, two sets of 1.5T three-cylinder turbo engine and 2.0 four-cylinder turbo engine, it is worth mentioning that the 48V light hybrid system may also be introduced as standard.
In addition, in order to cater to the development of the electrification era, the new BMW 1 Series is also expected to launch a plug-in hybrid model in the follow-up, with a pure electric endurance of about 48km, of course, it will also be the first to add a pure electric version of the model, so as to meet the choice needs of more consumers.
The overseas version of the hatchback BMW 1 series has undergone many changes and updates in a few years, while the BMW 1 series sedan version specially built for the domestic market has not seen the information of the change of style, which is difficult to guess. Logically, the domestic market is its best "benefit place".
(New BMW 1 Series Hypothetical Image)
However, even if the "special" BMW 1 series sedan version of the domestic market has not been put on the agenda for replacement. However, with reference to the arrival of the new BMW 1 Series, it can also be predicted that its appearance, interior and even power will be its future design direction.
Finally, the new BMW 1 Series will be unveiled in overseas markets as soon as the second half of 2023, and as for when the domestic market can see, buy or replace the BMW 1 Series hatchback/sedan version, it depends on BMW's "sincerity".
Looking forward to follow-up information.