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Ford Transit 310 L2 Diesel Fwd 2.0 Ecoblue 130ps H3 Trend Van Auto

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Disclaimer: The Standard Equipment, Colour and Trim, Options and Technical Data shown below is provided by a 3rd party. We therefore encourage you to check this information at the manufacturer's website before you place an order. E&OE.

Standard Equipment

Bluetooth Driver Convenience
Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter, leather steering wheel and trip computer Driver Convenience
Curvature Control Driver Convenience
Emergency brake warning Driver Convenience
Lane departure warning system Driver Convenience
Lane keeping aid Driver Convenience
PAS Driver Convenience
Selectable drive mode Driver Convenience
Vehicle maintenance monitor Driver Convenience
Warning lights Driver Convenience
Audio controls mounted on steering wheel Entertainment
180 degree opening rear doors Exterior Features
Automatic lights and wipers Exterior Features
Front fog lamps Exterior Features
Heated windscreen Exterior Features
High mounted stop lamp Exterior Features
High roof line Exterior Features
Kerbside side load doors Exterior Features
Power windows Exterior Features
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster Exterior Features
Rear bumper with integral step Exterior Features
Rear mudflaps Exterior Features
Rear splash guards Exterior Features
Silver front grille Exterior Features
Wide bodyside mouldings Exterior Features
Driver's armrest Interior Features
Dual passenger seat tray and table Interior Features
Glovebox with A4 file storage Interior Features
Lockable glove box Interior Features
Radio with remote stalks Interior Features
Reach and rake adjustable steering column Interior Features
Storage box under dual passenger seat Interior Features
Driver assistance pack 9 - Transit Packs
Seatbelt reminder on front seats and fixed rear seats Safety
2nd remote key Security
2 x 12V power outlets Technical
ABS + ESP + Hill start assist Technical
Electronic dynamic cornering control Technical
Side wind mitigation Technical
Ful wheel covers Wheels
Single rear wheels Wheels

Colour and Trim

Metallic - Agate black
Metallic - Chrome blue
Metallic - Diffused silver
Metallic - Grey Matter
Metallic - Magnetic
Metallic - Moondust silver
Solid - Frozen white
Special solid - Blazer blue
Special solid - Race red
SVO special - Custom

Options

Ashtray
Cigar lighter
4 way heated driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt) plus driver's lumbar adjustment
Capitol City cloth upholstery
Dual passenger seat heated outer with lift up seat cushion
4 way power heated driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt) plus driver's lumbar adjustment
Capitol City cloth upholstery
Curtain airbags and passenger airbags
Dual passenger seat heated outer with lift up seat cushion
4 way driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt)
Capitol City cloth upholstery
Single passenger seat (fore/aft)
4 way heated driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt) plus driver's lumbar adjustment
4 way heated passenger seat
4 way heated passenger seat
4 way power heated driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt) plus driver's lumbar adjustment
Curtain airbags and passenger airbags
Load box LED lights (x4)
Shoulder height cargo area trim boards
4 way driver seat (fore/aft, recline, up/down, tilt) plus driver's lumbar adjustment
Capitol City cloth upholstery
Dual passenger seat with lift up seat cushion
10 tie-down hooks
Multifunctional loadfloor (two piece wooden floor and aluminium airline rails integrated in the floor)
Multifunctional side rails fixed at the inner body side complete rear trim board
Wheel arch claddings
Airline rails fixed in mid position left and right body side
Multifunctional loadfloor (two piece wooden floor and aluminium airline rails integrated in the floor)
Multiple fixing points for secure fixing of load items in the side walls and at the load floor
Auxiliary fuse panel
1 DIN mini overhead console
Auxiliary fuse panel
Beacon switch installation
Enhanced interface connector
Fixed rear window
Front passenger airbag
Heavy duty alternator
Rear auxilliary power point socket
Removed side panel trim
TPMS (Tyre pressure monitoring system)
Twin H7 AGM batteries
1 DIN mini overhead console
Auxiliary fuse panel
Beacon switch installation
Anti-skid phenolic floor
One sliding load door in kerbside
Pullout vice
Shelves with retainable boxes
side lining
Standard bulkhead
Storage cabinets
Venting for transporting gas cylinders
Auxiliary fuse panel
Delete bulkhead
Modified vehicle wiring harness
Single H8 AGM battery
12" Touchscreen with SYNC4 navigation
Blind spot Information System (BLIS)
Cross traffic alert
High mounted LED downlighter
Intelligent adaptive cruise control
Power folding door mirrors
Rear view camera
Side parking sensors
12" Touchscreen with SYNC4 navigation
360 degree camera
Blind spot Information System (BLIS)
Cross traffic alert
High mounted LED downlighter
Intelligent adaptive cruise control
Power folding door mirrors
Rear view camera
Reverse brake assist plus
Side parking sensors
Automatic emergency braking system (collision mitigation system)
Automatic headlights
Cruise control
Front and rear parking aid + front fog lamps
Lane departure warning system
Latch shields and slam handles
Replock
Latch shields and slam handles
Replock
Deadlocks
Hook locks
Loom guard
Replock
Deadlocks
Hook locks
Loom guard
Replock
Deadlocks
Hook locks
Loom guard
Replock
Deadlocks
Hook locks
Loom guard
Replock
Armourshell
Deadlocks
Loom guard
Replock
Armourshell
Deadlocks
Loom guard
Replock
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
Cruise control
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane departure warning system
Lane keeping assist
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear view camera
Reverse parking sensor
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
Cruise control
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane departure warning system
Lane keeping assist
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Surround camera system
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross Traffic Alert and trailer lite
Cruise control
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane change assist
Lane departure warning system
Power adjustable, heated, power folding door mirrors
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Rear view camera
Side park assist
Adaptive cruise control
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross Traffic Alert and trailer lite
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane departure warning system
Lane keep assist
Power adjustable, heated, power folding door mirrors
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Rear view camera
Side park assist
Adaptive cruise control
Advanced automatic park system
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross Traffic Alert and trailer lite
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane change assist
Lane departure warning system
Power adjustable, heated, power folding door mirrors
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Rear view camera
Side park assist
Adaptive cruise control
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross Traffic Alert and trailer lite
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane change assist
Lane departure warning system
Power adjustable, heated, power folding door mirrors
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Reverse brake assist
Side park assist
Surround camera system
Adaptive cruise control
Automated parking system
Automatic air conditioning
Automatic emergency braking system
Automatic headlamp control off
Automatic windscreen wipers
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross Traffic Alert and trailer lite
Front fog lamps
Front parking aid
High mounted LED downlighter
Lane change assist
Lane departure warning system
Navigation centre
Power adjustable, heated, power folding door mirrors
Quickclear windscreen - electric windshield defroster
Rear parking aid
Reverse brake assist
Side park assist
Surround camera system
Registration Fee On The Road 55 0
Delivery On The Road 550.83333333333337 110.16666666666663
Twelve Months Road Tax On The Road 290 0
12" Touchscreen with SYNC4 navigation Driver Convenience 0 0
Easy fuel capless refuelling system Driver Convenience 0 0
Navigation system Driver Convenience 625 125
Reverse gear alarm Driver Convenience 50 10
Standard fuelling nozzle instead of easy fuel Driver Convenience 30 6
Tyre pressure monitor Driver Convenience 100 20
Touchscreen control packaged in the rear view mirror fixing + AutoFord Programmable battery guard control and real time vehicle data Entertainment 265 53
Auxiliary fuel port Exterior Features 250 50
Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights Exterior Features 550 110
Daytime running lights Exterior Features 0 0
Digital rear view mirror Exterior Features 685 137
Dual side load doors - unglazed van Exterior Features 300 60
Electronic high visibilty panels Exterior Features 1250 250
Engine Underbody Protection Exterior Features 200 40
Fixed glazed dual side load doors Exterior Features 550 110
Front mud flaps Exterior Features 55 11
Glazed Rear Cargo Doors including rear screen defrost Exterior Features 100 20
Ladder rack at rear Exterior Features 275 55
Metallic paint Exterior Features 650 130
Power foldable and heated door mirrors Exterior Features 75 15
Power heated door mirrors Exterior Features 0 0
Rear wash/wipe Exterior Features 150 30
Rear window protection grille for glazed rear doors Exterior Features 175 35
Solid paint Exterior Features 0 0
Special solid paint Exterior Features 300 60
SVO special paint Exterior Features 800 160
Trailer tow attachments Exterior Features 325 65
Trailer tow electrics Exterior Features 100 20
Wider opening rear doors with one rear cargo door Exterior Features 250 50
Cargo area management system 1 Interior Features 600 120
Cargo area management system 2 Interior Features 1350 270
Easy clean load floor Interior Features 150 30
Ford branded Tie down hooks (pack of 10) Interior Features 50 10
Full steel bulkhead Interior Features 0 0
Interior roof rack / Interior Overhead stowage Interior Features 325 65
Less easy clean load floor Interior Features 0 0
Less passenger seat Interior Features -75 -15
Load box LED lights (x4) Interior Features 150 30
Load Compartment Light - LED Airline Rail Interior Features 270 54
Load space divider/ Interior partition Interior Features 475 95
Multi-functional load floor Interior Features 800 160
Overhead console Interior Features 0 0
Overload Protection system on board weighing system + Optimises loads by maximising payload capacity and load distribution overloading the vehicle Interior Features 1500 300
Polymer moulded bulkhead Interior Features 25 5
Polymer moulded glazed bulkhead Interior Features 60 12
Semi-automatic air conditioning Interior Features 0 0
Shoulder height cargo area trim boards Interior Features 120 24
SVO - Power equipment group 5 (Rear air conditioning) Interior Features 995 199
Wooden load floor Interior Features 400 80
Advance pack basic - Transit Packs 0 0
Advanced Pack 1 Camera - Transit Packs 230 46
Advanced Pack 1b 360 Camera - Transit Packs 585 117
Advanced Pack 2 Camera + BLIS - Transit L2 and L3 Packs 880 176
Advanced Pack 3 - ACC, Camera + BLIS - Transit Packs 1180 236
Advanced Pack 3 with parking - Transit Packs 1400 280
Advanced Pack 3b ACC, 360 Camera + BLIS + RBA - Transit Packs 1400 280
Ambulance donor pack C - Transit Packs 525 105
Beacon preparation pack - Transit Packs 130 26
Enhanced electronic interface pack - Transit Packs 200 40
Express delivery pack 1(Loadspace compartment system 1) - LWB/MWB Packs 1600 320
Load area protection kit - Transit Packs 400 80
Load Retention pack - Transit Packs 1600 320
Mobile workshop pack - Transit Packs 2500 500
Refrigeration unit pre pack - Transit Van Packs 30 6
Seat pack 12 - Transit Packs 0 0
Seat pack 13 - Transit Packs 0 0
Seat pack 14 - Transit Packs 105 21
Seat pack 15 - Transit Packs 100 20
Seat pack 27 - Transit Packs 580 116
Seat pack 29 - Transit Packs 575 115
Smokers pack - Transit Packs 35 7
TVL Armourshell Security Pack - Transit with Dual Side Load Door Packs 940 188
TVL Armourshell Security Pack - Transit with Single Side Load Door Packs 750 150
TVL hook handle security pack - Transit with Dual Side Load Door Packs 680 136
TVL hook handle security pack - Transit with Dual Side Load Door and Tailgate Packs 755 151
TVL hook handle security pack - Transit with Single Side Load Door Packs 575 115
TVL hook handle security pack - Transit with Single Side Load Door and Tailgate Packs 650 130
TVL slam handle security pack - Transit with Dual Side Load Door Packs 1040 208
TVL slam handle security pack - Transit with Single Side Load Door Packs 730 146
Ultimate Pack 1 - Transit Packs 1840 368
Ultimate Pack 2 - Transit Packs 2065 413
Ultimate Pack 2 with act. Park - Transit Packs 2290 458
Metallic - Agate black Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Chrome blue Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Diffused silver Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Grey Matter Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Magnetic Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Moondust silver Paintwork 650 130
Solid - Frozen white Paintwork 0 0
Special solid - Blazer blue Paintwork 300 60
Special solid - Race red Paintwork 300 60
SVO special - Custom Paintwork 800 160
AGM Deep cycle battery Safety 110 22
Fire extinguisher fixings Safety 10 2
First aid kit Safety 25 5
Passenger airbag includes passenger airbag deactivation switch Safety 200 40
Power close latch Safety 155 31
Wiring harnesses Safety 200 40
Fleet key Security 10 2
Keyless entry and start Security 325 65
Keyless start Security 0 0
Perimeter alarm Security 150 30
Remote central dead - locking Security 0 0
Thatcham category 1 alarm with full steel bulkhead and 2nd remote key Security 250 50
Thatcham category 1 alarm with glazed bulkhead and 2nd remote key Security 250 50
TVL Antipick Replock Security 200 40
12v rear auxiliary power point socket Technical 30 6
3 Pin point power converter - 230V/400W Technical 60 12
56MPH engine governor Technical 65 13
62MPH engine governor Technical 65 13
70MPH engine governor Technical 65 13
75MPH engine governor Technical 65 13
Auxiliary fuse panel Technical 70 14
Auxiliary instrument panel console - 2 DIN Horizontal Technical 55 11
DPF manual regeneration Technical 430 86
Electronic parking brake Technical 150 30
Engine RPM controller Technical 55 11
Extra heavy duty battery Technical 220 44
Extra heavy duty alternator Technical 0 0
Heavy duty battery Technical 100 20
Heavy duty starter motor (-29 degree C) Technical 75 15
Mechanical parking brake Technical 0 0
Medium duty battery Technical 200 40
Pro power onboard Technical 900 180
Programmable battery guard Technical 150 30
Seat pack 12 - Capitol City Cloth - Ebony Trim 0 0
Seat pack 13 - Capitol City Cloth - Ebony Trim 0 0
Seat pack 15 - Capitol City Cloth - Ebony Trim 100 20
Seat pack 29 - Capitol City Cloth - Ebony Trim 575 115
15" alloy wheels Wheels 550 110
16" steel wheels Wheels 0 0
All weather tyres Wheels 400 80
Less steel spare wheel Wheels 0 0
Steel spare wheel Wheels 135 27
Tyre repair kit Wheels 0 0

Technical

CO Emissions - ICE Not Available
CO2 Emissions - ICE 172
HC Emissions - ICE Not Available
HC+NOx Emissions - ICE Not Available
Noise Level dB(A) Emissions - ICE Not Available
NOx Emissions - ICE Not Available
Particles Emissions - ICE Not Available
Standard Euro Emissions Emissions - ICE EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH Emissions - ICE 249
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL Emissions - ICE 227
Automatic Transmission Engine and Drive Train Yes
Catalytic Convertor Engine and Drive Train Yes
CC Engine and Drive Train 1996
Cooling System Engine and Drive Train WATER
Cylinder Layout Engine and Drive Train IN-LINE
Engine Layout Engine and Drive Train FRONT TRANSVERSE
Engine Make Engine and Drive Train Not Available
Fuel Delivery Engine and Drive Train COMMON RAIL
Fuel Type Engine and Drive Train DIESEL
Gears Engine and Drive Train 6 SPEED
Manual Transmission Engine and Drive Train No
Valve gear Engine and Drive Train DOHC
EC Fuel Consumption - ICE No
EC Combined Fuel Consumption - ICE 40.4
EC Extra Urban Fuel Consumption - ICE 42.8
EC Urban Fuel Consumption - ICE 37.2
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 8.6
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 8.5
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 10.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - High - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 9.7
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 8.1
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Low - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 7.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 32.8
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 33.2
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 26.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 29.1
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 34.9
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 38.2
Alternative Fuel Qualifying General No
Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern? General No
Badge Engine CC General 2.0
Badge Power General 130
Based On ID General Not Available
Chassis Engine Number General Not Available
Clutch General SINGLE DRY PLATE
Coin Description General Not Available
Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code General Not Available
Coin Power Output Code General Not Available
Coin Series General Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Description Code General Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Name Code General Not Available
Exhaust System General EGR
Front Brakes General DISCS
Front Suspension General MACPHERSON STRUTS
Generation Mark General 4
Ghost model for valuation purposes General No
Hand Brake General REAR WHEELS
Insurance Group 1 General Not Available
Insurance Group 2 General Not Available
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Child Occupant Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 General Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - LCV General Gold
NCAP Pedestrian Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Safety Assist % General 68
Rear Brakes General DISCS
Rear Suspension General LEAF SPRINGS
Service Interval Frequency - Months General 24
Service Interval Mileage General 25000
Special Edition General No
Special Order General No
Steering General RACK AND PINION
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months General 120
Timing Belt Interval Mileage General 150000
Vehicle Homologation Class General N1
Vin/Frame No. General Not Available
0 to 62 Performance Not Available
BHP Performance 130
Engine Power KW Performance 96
Engine Torque LBS.FT Performance 266
Engine Torque MKG Performance 36.7
Engine Torque NM Performance 360
Top Speed Performance Not Available
Emissions Test Cycle Test Cycles WLTP
RDE Certification Level Test Cycles RDE 2
Alloys? Tyres No
Automatic Clutch Tyres Yes
Plated 3rd Axle Tyres Not Available
Plated 4th Axle Tyres Not Available
Space Saver? Tyres No
Tyre Make Tyres Not Available
Tyre Size Spare Tyres TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style Tyres Not Available
Wheel Type Tyres 16" STEEL
Front Overhang Vehicle Dimensions 1023
Height Vehicle Dimensions 2769
Height (including roof rails) Vehicle Dimensions Not Available
Length Vehicle Dimensions 5531
Load Deck Height Vehicle Dimensions 602
Load Height Vehicle Dimensions 2125
Load Length Vehicle Dimensions 3044
Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches Vehicle Dimensions 1392
Load Width Vehicle Dimensions 1784
Rear Door Height Vehicle Dimensions 1987
Rear Overhang Vehicle Dimensions 1208
Side Load Door Height Vehicle Dimensions 1700
Side Load Door Width Vehicle Dimensions 1300
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb Vehicle Dimensions 11.9
Upper Rear Door Width Vehicle Dimensions Not Available
Wheelbase Vehicle Dimensions 3300
Width (excluding mirrors) Vehicle Dimensions 2059
Width (including mirrors) Vehicle Dimensions 2474
Boot Capacity Saloons Weight and Capacities Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) Weight and Capacities 70
Gross Train Weight Weight and Capacities 4140
Gross Vehicle Weight Weight and Capacities 3140
Load Space Volume Weight and Capacities 11.2
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down) Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up Weight and Capacities Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked Weight and Capacities 750
Minimum Kerbweight Weight and Capacities 2133
No. of Seats Weight and Capacities 3
Payload Weight and Capacities 1007
Plated 2nd Axle Weight and Capacities 1725
Plated Front Axle Weight and Capacities 1650

Independent Review

Ten Second Review

MODELS COVERED: (2 DOOR COUPE: [118D, 120D, 123D DIESEL, 120I, 125I, 135IPETROL])

Background

The BMW1 Series had already been on sale for over three years when the two-door Coupe model arrived in December 2007. In that period the general public had grown used to its individualistic styling and its combination of decent power, excellent economy and emissions, firm ride and almost non-existent rear legroom. When the 1 Series Coupe arrived there were plenty who didn't really see the point. Why further compromise an already compromised vehicle for very little material gain? It wasn't as if the 1 Series Coupe was drop-dead gorgeous either. BMW weren't fazed by the lukewarm reception and were playing the long game with the Coupe. What they knew and we didn't was that the Coupe was being groomed as possibly the most rewarding driver's car in BMW's range. The range launched with the 120d, 125i and rip-snorting 135i models, with the Munich company backfilling the range with economical 120i and 118d variants in 2009. Also announced in 2010 was the 335bhp 1 Series M Coupe, a proper M car named carefully so as not to tread on the toes of BMW's legendary M1 supercars of the Seventies. What started out as the ugly duckling of the range gradually morphed into one of the hottest tickets in the BMW line up.

Driving Experience

Links to the 1 Series hatch are evident in this Coupe model. The nose borrows heavily from the tailgated car with the bumper jutting forward from the plain of the grille and headlamps. Below, the air intakes are more aggressively shaped and as you progress back down the car's length, the differences become more pronounced. The booted outline of the car owes more to the 3 Series Saloon and Coupe than the 1 Series. The car is 133mm longer than the hatchback that spawned it and the sharply angled windscreen, along with the protruding rear, emphasise this. Beneath the boot lid, which is drawn up into a subtle spoiler, the available space is measured at 370 litres - that's 20 litres up on the hatch - and there's a 60:40 split rear seat to add a little of the liftback's practicality. The interior will hold few surprises for existing BMW owners. The high quality materials and solid construction always impress and it's this general classiness that makes it all feel special rather than any stand-out detailing. The major controls for the entertainment and ventilation system are confined to a panel ahead of the gear lever and the rest of the significant switchgear clustered on or around the steering wheel where it's simple to access without diverting your eyes from the road. There are four trim levels to accompany the six engines that make up the 1 Series Coupe range although the top powerplants come only with the plusher trim levels. Buyers choose from ES, SE, Sport and M Sport. It's the M Sport package that really makes the difference to the car's appearance, and the way it drives. Buyers at this top level receive sports suspension, sports seats, an M Sport steering wheel and the M Aerodynamic package on their car.

Design and Build

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Market and Model

The 1 Series has gained a reputation as a tough little thing and the Coupe is no exception. That said, it's worth remembering that this car will usually be bought by those looking to get the most out of it and there are quite a few that have seen some track day action, so make sure the brakes, suspension, steering and tyres aren't past their best. Check the usual things too - service lights illuminated, body nicks and scrapes, damaged trim, cellphone mounting holes in the dashboard and a cast-iron full BMW dealer service history. The 120d is a car that has attracted demand but some owners have 'chipped' their 118d up to and beyond the 120d's 163bhp output. This will have warranty repercussions so be careful if the 118d you're test driving is suspiciously rapid. If you are after a very rapid but economical 1 Series, chipping is one route to look at, and companies like Superchips can make a 135i virtually M3 V8 quick and still retain decent reliability and economy. It's worth being fussy (avoid dull non-metallic paint and gloomy interior trim colours) so that, when resale time comes, you'll get a lot more for your part exchange than you might expect. If you really want piece of mind, buy from a BMW dealer - but be prepared to pay the premium.

Cost of Ownership

(based on a 2008 1 Series Coupe 125i - ex Vat) A clutch assembly is around £130. Front brake pads are around £40, a full exhaust about £360, an alternator around £100 and a tyre around £40. A starter motor is about £120. A headlamp is about £165.

Summary

The 2.0-litre diesel engine was the highlight of the 1-Series hatchback range for a long time after its launch, so it really says something that it now sits some way down the 'must have' order in the 1 Series Coupe's engine line-up. At least this highly adept unit is being outshone by some absolute corkers. The range-topping model is the 135i. It's powered by a 3.0-litre petrol engine that's helped to its 306bhp output by a pair of turbochargers that are hardly in keeping with BMW's normally-aspirated heritage. Fitted with this engine, the 335i 3 Series Coupe feels like eight tenths of an M3, so you can imagine how vigorously it's going to shift the lighter 1 Series two-door. If you can't, 0-60mph is pegged at 5.3s and the 155mph top speed is electronically limited. Almost as impressive is the 123d. This 2.0-litre diesel is the first all aluminium oil-burner in the world to achieve a specific output of over 100bhp per litre. Another pair of turbochargers help it to 204bhp, 0-60mph in 7s dead and a 148mph top speed. Rival marques have hulking six-cylinder diesels that can't match it. The lesser units are the 118d, the 120d, the 120i and the 125i but there isn't a duffer among them. BMW's 50:50 weight distribution is intact with the 1 Series Coupe. The car rides on double-joint spring strut suspension at the front and a five-link arrangement at the rear, chosen to leave the maximum degree of adjustability available to the chassis engineers. Big power like this in a compact rear wheel drive car is a recipe for big fun but also for the odd hairy moment. With this in mind, BMW's DSC dynamic stability control is standard and the two more gutsy engines get DSC+ which includes various additional features to help with brake performance amongst other things. The traction control component of the DSC system allows a degree of wheel slip before reining-in the throttle, which will spur on the keen driver. The 135i model gets up-rated brakes with six piston callipers to help wipe off all that speed.

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