THE NEW BMW-1 SERIES 2010 Performance is where the 2010 BMW 1-Series excels. Reviewers say the 1-Series is a brilliant performer, with plenty of engine power, a smooth-as-silk transmission, precise cornering and confident braking. Nonetheless, for all of this impressive performance, the 1-Series falls well short of its mark when it comes to fuel economy.
Auto experts report that both the 128i and 135i 1-Series have enough power to outpace most of their class. However, that power comes at the expense of good gas mileage.
All 1-Series models come with the same 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine that you'll find in the 3-series. That said, while the 128i spits out an impressive 230 horsepower, the 135i is packing a full 300 horses, which help it to rocket from 0 to 60 miles an hour in 5.1 seconds. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard on all models, although a six-speed automatic is available for an additional $1,325.
The EPA has not yet rated the new 2010 1-Series, but it rated the 2009 model at an average of 18 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway - a highly unimpressive rating for the class. Although some models fare better than others, the 135i coupe with the manual transmission gets the worst rating of 17/25 mpg city/highway -- which is low for the class. If fuel economy is important to you, check out the Volkswagen GTI. It has the highest fuel economy of any car in its class (21/31 mpg city/highway), boasts performance that's on par with the 1-Series and a starting price of about $6,000 less than the BMW.
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