Sport car for rent: BMW 1 Series

Rent a prestigious car: BMW 1 Series

The side profile of the BMW 1 Series (three-door) is pure racing car. The elongated doors and frameless windows maximise the car’s sporting appeal while the passenger compartment is set far back, drawing the eye immediately to the rear axle. The car’s more dramatic side skirts further underline its dynamism, inviting you to open the door and take a seat.

The interior of the BMW 1 Series (three-door) recalls the look of a racing car cockpit. The steering wheel and gearstick sit perfectly in the hand and ensure gear changes and steering are as thrillingly precise and direct. The quality-focused approach to design extends to even the smallest details. The larger glove compartment offers increased storage options while the dashboard is clearly laid out. What’s more, all functions can be operated intuitively, leaving the driver free to concentrate on the important things - like enjoying the ride.

On average, you blink about 10 times a minute. In this time, you miss 2,000 separate fuel injections supplying as little as 2 mg of fuel each time. This exceptional level of precision is made possible by the positioning of the piezo injectors which are located centrally between the valves. The engines in the BMW 116i, 118i and 120i with the Auto Start Stop function incorporate this cutting-edge technology allowing the car to operate in lean-burn mode for far longer and at far higher revs. This leads to improved efficiency, which in turn leads to better performance. Better performance from less fuel - what BMW EfficientDynamics is all about.

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Smooth and responsive, the 6-speed manual transmissions in BMW 1 Series models make for dynamic driving at its best. Their standout features are the short-throw shifts, perfect ratios and optimum exploitation of torque. The optional 6-speed automatic transmission Steptronic, which can be operated manually, delivers smooth driving with exceptional reaction speed combining instant power when pulling out and reduced fuel consumption at high speeds.

The optional Active Steering system adjusts the steering ratio to the car's speed - for greater driving comfort, faithful cornering and maximum agility. At low speeds, for example, it requires just two turns of the wheel from lock to lock. At higher speeds, it then increases the steering ratio to guarantee flawless forward progress. Active Steering also countersteers automatically if the BMW 1 Series 130i threatens to skid when cornering or braking.

The rear-wheel drive on the BMW 1 Series imparts dynamic energy to every manoeuvre and plays a significant role in obtaining an ideal body weight distribution. The result? Incomparable agility, excellent handling and precision steering. Or, to put it another way: pure driving pleasure.

Behind BMW EfficientDynamics lies a package of intelligent features which considerably reduce emissions and improve fuel consumption while, at the same time, boosting performance. They ensure that the new BMW 1 Series sets new standards in terms of the efficiency and economy of its engine: it is one of the first BMWs to offer the new Auto Start Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration and a host of drivetrain modifications. Together, they solve the “power vs. fuel consumption” dilemma, in a way that’s never been seen before.

Tehnical characteristics - BMW 1 Series