Throw in the cliché (but absolutely correct) view that hot hatches are perfectly aligned to our craggy, narrow roads in the ...

The newly revamped BMW 1 Series may not be sold in the US, but it's one peppy car sold in other parts of the world, ...

Following a comprehensive mid-life facelift, the BMW 1 Series remains competitive in the premium family car class, although it's not quite class-leading. Its main strengths are punchy performance ...

While the 120 mild-hybrid and the BMW M135 hot hatch are equipped with impressive powertrains, we’d like a bit more choice when it comes to the 1 Series’ engine line-up. BMW has sold over ...

The brakes on the standard car are decent enough, although the M135 test car we drove had the uprated brake option, which features the same four-piston calipers and brake pads from the BMW M3 ...

Its old 40i predecessor went with two trapezoidal exhaust exits, but this model now goes for quad exits akin to a full-fat M, just like the new M135 – BMW says M cars have a more distinctive ...

It makes 115kW and 230Nm, and BMW says it’ll hit 100km/h in 8.5 seconds. That’s in comparison to the beefier 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit in the M135, also turbocharged, but driving all four wheels ...

While the M135 already looks aggressive on its own, the M Performance add-ons take the sporty styling up a notch, showcased through a promotional video by BMW. The add-ons include a front spoiler ...

Following a comprehensive mid-life facelift, the BMW 1 Series remains competitive in the premium family car class, although it's not quite class-leading. Its main strengths are punchy performance ...

The BMW 1 Series comes in hot as one of the more engaging and capable hatchbacks to drive in its class. Even the 120 delivers a fluid, driver-focused experience, with a firm but controlled ride, while ...