BMW is hatching a new look for their entry-level model
BMW’s Sport-branded models come with a number of exclusive parts
The presence of the BMW M3’s 4.0-liter V8 doesn’t mess with the 1M’s handling characteristics
The Toyota GR Yaris has all-wheel drive but the BMW 128ti has more torque
Moreover, some customers have been informed about availability issues concerning the Harman Kardon audio system offered for certain BMW models
The updates seem small, but promise a better drive experience on the track
The BMW 1-Series and 2-Series are offered with 160 additional colors and shades
BMW is also developing an M240i that will feature a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six
The VW Golf GTI and Hyundai i30 N were both faster in Hockenheim than BMW’s first-ever FWD hot hatch
Dahler upgrades the BMW 128ti’s 2.0-liter turbo-four to a cool 313 HP
Plus Lamborghini’s Aventador SVJ takes on a Porsche 911 GT2 RS, and BMW’s 128ti the VW Golf GTi
Both the Golf GTI and 128ti are FWD hot hatches that offer similar performance
The BMW 128ti is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder delivering 261 hp
The BMW 1M punches out 335 hp and has a six-speed manual transmission driving the rear wheels
The 261 HP, front-wheel drive 128ti is BMW’s entry into the compact hatch segment
The UK-spec BMW 128ti is a tad cheaper than the Golf GTI at £33,320
The BMW 1M Coupe has a 335 hp twin-turbo inline -six, a manual ‘box and RWD
All three are evenly matched on paper, but which one’s quicker?