A new entry-level BMW 1-series model will enter production in November, carrying the 114d nameplate.
The new variant is part of a raft of scheduled model updates, including fresh engines and options for both the 1-series and 3-series range.
The 114d will carry a 1.6-litre version of BMW’s four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, generating 94bhp and 173lb ft. Performance figures include a 0-62mph time of 12.2sec and a top speed of 115mph, combined with 65.7mpg combined fuel consumption and 112g/km CO2 emissions.
EfficientDynamics equipment is made standard for the 114d, including automatic start-stop function and regenerative braking. The new engine option is available to order for both three and five-door cars, with pricing yet to be confirmed.
In addition, both the 3-series saloon and Touring ranges will be bolstered by new engine options. The 3-series saloon gains a petrol EfficientDynamics model, the 320i, powered by a 168bhp 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol unit achieving 53.3mpg and 124g/km CO2. The saloon range also has a new entry point in the shape of the 316i variant, carrying a 134bhp version of the 1.6-litre turbocharged engine paired with a six-speed manual gearbox and priced from £22,850.
The 3-series Touring range gains three new engines, comprising the 320i, 318d and 316d variants. This increases the range to two petrol and four diesel engines in total. The 316d ES Touring is priced from £26,180 and the BMW 318d SE Touring from £28,280.
BMW’s most up-to-date navigation system, previously standard for 3-series Touring models only, will also be made available for 3-series saloon models from November.
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This is the new benchmark,
This is the new benchmark, from the old 116i, compact and 316i, of those who are desperate to get any bmw whatsoever.
Usually observed outside some shoebox semi in a satellite town development named "Harrington Court Village" or similar, with the badge hairdryered off and an ebay special '///M' badge tricking those who do not notice the drinking straw-like exhaust pipe.
More proof that the 114 is very efficient or dynamic
Audi A3 2.0 TDI Sport
Price £22,370; 0-62mph 8.6sec; Top Speed 134mph; Economy68.9mpg; CO2 106g/km; Kerb weight 1280kg; Engine 1968cc, 4cyl, turbodiesel; Power 148bhp at 3500rpm; Torque lb ft 236lb ft at 1750rpm;Gearbox 6-sp manual
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Pretty much the same engine as the more expensive 116 (136 hp) just different software (probably). Anyone know a dealer, either here or in europe, that'll re-program the ECU??? Afterall it's £1,500 for the detuned SE version i.e. a rip-off