Mercedes A-Class vs BMW 1 Series vs Audi A3 2019 review - which is the best premium small car?

[@sav5127]

I love how carwow gives actual decisions instead of just leaving it to us to decide

[@MrUPSman]

Yeah, it's clearly appreciated by people incapable of thinking for themselves.

[@sav5127]

@@MrUPSman na man, it's more like we are here for a professional journalist's opinion not what they are insinuating. Plus, do you really need to be toxic about me showing appreciation you miserable fuck

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

@Adrian yeah , he's a genius

[@ghaniali6569]

I have an option between an A Class and an A3,but I really love the interior ofthe Audi

[@calum2403]

I personally think the 1 series is the best out of the lot

[@sbomorse]

The A-Class has a stunning dash! The augmented sat nav is amazing.

[@jacobthompson8507]

3:40... That's a good thing. I hate the Electronic Brakes on both of my cars.

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

Jacob Thompson I have it on my camaro and it sucks to have it on such a great car😭

[@jacobthompson8507]

banessa Ahmed I have it on my Audi S5 and it really pisses me off. On sporty cars they shouldn't have them.

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

Jacob Thompson especially when you want to do handbrake turns lol

[@pb7870]

It doesn’t have a manual handbrake because it’s old, it’s because it’s a drivers car

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

P B I know!!!! manual handbrake are the way to go

[@csopr]

I still love the 1 series though. Despite its age, its still the coolest looking car here to me, and I'll wager its the best one to drive.

[@raftonpounder6696]

He says it is in the video.

[@joeytamizi6373]

@@raftonpounder6696 well done bro

[@hotwheelshuntinguk]

And then there is the 1 series after it. I think it’s a step backwards in terms of styling

[@SupportNexus]

@@hotwheelshuntinguk so true, they ruined after the facelift

[@seido_koji]

It's quite a surprise that 7 years old car with restyling(BMW) still looks nice and gives a good rivalry to the newer premium hatchbacks. Well done, BMW!

[@jelomi036]

All of them are absolute masterclass. German cars are always good! Its all about your own style which one you like

[@raghuveer4552]

Bought an A3 saloon(range topping) as my first car. Driving around the city is an absolute pleasure

[@ghaniali6569]

Hey Raghu,do you recommend an A3 over an A-Class? If so,why?

[@juliaalinaS]

Ghani Ali I have a 2016 A3, highly recommend! I’ve driven 12000km on it in 5 months. A pleasure to drive, awesome build quality, love the steering wheel and the feel, great connectivity with my phone through Bluetooth and awesome headlights (xenon). Only “complaint” is it tends to oversteer a bit in winter conditions if the snow is heavy, but other than that it’s great. Mercedes is probably good too, love the exterior however I personally don’t like the interior that much, and they have issues with build quality (interior creeks to the touch), lots of videos of that on KZbin. For context I live in northern Norway, so we usually have pretty rough winter conditions most of the year except from late may to October/November.

[@ghaniali6569]

Julia A. Stavnesvik Sounds amazing,I’m a new driver and Ive always wanted an A3 Sportback(Automatic),love the steering wheel,hopefully I can buy it!

[@Ricchred]

how you afford it

[@rafaelpires4576]

My heart is with the 1 series

[@glorious_help]

and that horrrrrible interior.

[@pb7870]

Rafael Pires can’t agree more, might be showing its age inside but if I had the others I’d instantly regret it and want the BMW

[@pb7870]

GLR Horrible? Have you been in a new 1 Series? Please tell me what you drive to think that’s horrible?

[@rafaelpires4576]

I guess nowadays if it has analog dials and a manual handbrake, an interior is considered horrible lol

[@BlueWafer]

Rafael Pires lol i prefer the analog dials, they are not so flashy and shit looking like the digital ones

[@wakiwest]

I have a one series very similar to that one and that battery compartment is excellent for storing large quantities of illegal drugs😎

[@Incxgnxto]

wakiwest man likeeeee waki west!!! 😂🙌🏾

[@revilo9725]

I just bought one so thats good to know 👊

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

I use mine to store legal drugs ☺️

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

Like tums

[@TheABS2820]

I will choose the Mercedes because cops bring me drugs

[@NotMeHere]

The fact that the 1-series still has a actual hand brake (not a finger brake) and is rear wheel drive would sort of seal the deal for me.

[@jazzip2989]

true BMW drivers always appreciate a rear wheel drive car...love my German machines☝️☝️

[@tackycomrade]

Picked up my 1 series yesterday and after having driven all 3 cars and overviewed them, I can safely say that I made the right choice.

[@HtheKing]

Which one? Petrol or diesel?

[@ruisilva3317]

2 years on what do you think?

[@parth_0521]

Hi Ben, Can you please add your review after 2 year? Which one do you recommend?

[@tackycomrade]

@@parth_0521 hi, I had a 118i for a year and then opted for an M140i late 2020. Absolutely awesome cars. Loved the 118i so much that I got an identical looking car only it being an M140i as mentioned.

[@G15mpower]

@@tackycomrade just put a deposit down for my first bmw, 118i m sport with only 33k on the clock

[@eydzuanrosley522]

i still pick bmw 1 series its beautiful and rear wheel drive and looks awesome

[@chrisabbott683]

Problem for the A class is the standard screens look crap. £2,400 for the upgrade = joke.

[@xRaWYT]

Chris Abbott 100% worth

[@xRaWYT]

@@alasdair6654 Yeah i got the sport pack, no regrets, it's amazing

[@xRaWYT]

@@alasdair6654 Between the two i'd go for the M1 if i were you, Audi are nice, but get much better towards the higher ranges :D

[@danhall5761]

xRaW wtf is an m1

[@dylansterio3227]

Mitchell Bridgeman the m1 is a bmw from the 1970s

[@boxxx414]

Why are everybody talking about BMW's "outdated" interior and nobody says how Audi A3 is looking 99 percent same like model from year 2003? Bimmer have beautiful enterior if you ask me and better looking exterior than other two.

[@ARobFpv007]

I just brought a Shadow Edition MSport 125i, I test drove them all and the BMW was just brilliant with that rear wheel handling & Performance, it’s a really pity now that the new series one is front wheel drive.

[@niallreel7050]

* Boxxx * Because literally every BMW has the same interior.

[@MrROOK1123]

* Boxxx * the a3 will smoke that ass tho from a light

[@Fatihturk0071]

Audi s line black edition...

[@JackBrown56]

I literally had to chose between these 3 earlier this year, and I went with the Audi. Every day I always think what if I went for one of the others, but I'm more than happy with the Audi. The main thing is if you buy one of these you're always going to be happy with it. I would recommend mine to anyone as I'm sure a BMW or merc driver would.

[@JackBrown56]

The Truth you know it

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

£26,000 starting price for A class?!? wow I remember when it started at around £20,500

[@sidonronaldinho8713]

The base engines haven´t been revealed yet and standard equipment is better so the price is gonna drop in the future

[@musicghost1]

It came out just like one month before and less

[@KoldeNyheder]

It starts at what is equal to £40k here in Denmark. I hate taxes 😭

[@ryadhasanahmed5443]

Philip Jensen 🙏🙏

[@KoldeNyheder]

banessa Ahmed I need to settle for a Kia Picanto 😂

[@Brandon-bv1bj]

As a true enthusiast, 1 series since it’s the only rear-wheel drive car among the cars tested

[@MillieonaVespa]

Brandon the new 1 series will have front wheel drive..... I Still would chose it over the other too..

[@raupenimmersatt6906]

Brandon As a true enthusiast you wouldnt even think about any of them

[@pb5x5]

The next 1 series will be based on the Mini platform next time around. Just like the 2 series MPV.

[@dushyantx]

LOL, all of them are shitty boxes. You no race driver.

[@thesherbet]

A true petrol-head nah its all the new ones

[@david400p]

I have a 1 Series now, and I love it! Hell with the luxury and comfort. I had them both. A car is meant to be driven, it's not a boat!

[@kingenskung293]

Just bought a 2019 a class today, this is my first car and its so pleasent to drive

[@ButternutBanyana]

Enjoy! My A class is being delivered in a few days. Can't wait!

[@alejandroflores14]

enjoy it!

[@abdul9543]

I dont care

[@abdul9543]

Only joking

[@Hu3kY]

Getting mine in two days, gonna be my second car and I've never been so excited

[@tmr_media6927]

Understeer vs understeer vs overseer

[@VolvoMetal]

How many drive like morons going from a to b in a normal hatchback.

[@DimitarStanev]

Most people watching these videos probably care more about the extra 10l in baggage space... RWD hatches are a dying breed

[@DimitarStanev]

VolvoMetal you don't have to drive like a moron to enjoy driving a well-sorted drivetrain.

[@xdarkthiefx009]

someone who understands why I like the 1series the most

[@Jas0nPourne]

With under steer, you see the tree that kills you, with over steer, you don't see the tree that kills you

[@kevincharmillot8071]

This BMW serie 1 in this configuration is sooooo rough 🔥

[@keinname1192]

Audi has so beautiful interior but outside its not as good as BMW and Mercedes

[@manny3332]

Mathias Bichler yes cause it’s the regular version mate, check out the top range S line, looks amazing!

[@bwmim9709]

Mannan iqbal still not as good as the bimmer . However I’d rather have this a3 than new one series 😭

[@ghaniali6569]

Should i get an A3? I love it much better than the A Class

[@samuelochola4625]

I decided on Audi since I spend most of my time inside than outside. I find the rear or side view of BMW inferior. It has the best front though.

[@qnerq5044]

Drove 1 series, and I loved the feeling vs other FWs!

[@xt2129]

Qner Q i

[@i.d.k.1779]

I absolutely love the a3 with awd

[@VehicleValhalla]

We need to do this test except with the 2019 A3 and 2019 1 Series

[@timothyblake5532]

When I had the A-Class in almost the same trim. And I felt the indicator lever felt like fisher price plastic.

[@GrrMeister]

15:20 *Depreciation costs the Mercedes A Class wins by miles, and overall is a clear winner.*

[@apocreg11]

1 series in shadow edition for me, gorgeous and fun

[@DabDabGoose]

we going to Miss this 1 series in the Future the last Compact RWD, shame they never had LSD as an option though.

[@nigluschembri]

You can't really compare an A class from 2018 with cars which came out 5 years ago

[@itsjustash1094]

I had a 1 series from 2009 as my first car and I fell in love with the way it drives and how sporty it feels so 2 years later I got my self a 2015 M Sport 120D and I am loving every second I’m in it :)

[@trainzandtrombones]

I don't like the fact you can see the door paint from the inside on the merc.

[@Jaykae_t]

ARGM same. Looks cheap.

[@maccoretti]

ARGM same!!! Seriously WTF

[@brianallan9035]

Agree. The red door interior on the Merc looks cheap and nasty.

[@qnerq5044]

ARGM you made me realize it, now cant unsee it lol

[@drdeh7973]

As a merc fan, I'd prefer this in order 1. BMW 2. Mercedes 3. Audi

[@ahsannaufer7058]

You will never put Audi on 3rd ...it’s always the winner

[@buby2236]

Shane Bunting So is Porsche, Lamborghini, Bugatti also JuSt A GoLf.

[@gockelxxxxxl9584]

Buby 223 it the same car with a different styling and interior. It’s like the Porsche Cayenne. It’s just an expensive Tuareg

[@HETPATEL-mi2ir]

Wheres volvo and badyjaguar

[@manny3332]

Shane Bunting it’s like saying the a class is just a Renault!

[@michaelt779]

Just saw the A-Class sedan at an auto show this weekend. The screens are stunning. The resolution, smoothness and responsiveness of the whole operating system is just insane. The air vents are beautiful as well. BMW was not there but when we compared it to the Audi, the Audi looked so dated and like the other 2 dozen cars we sat in that day.

[@Vazin]

Im just waiting for the new Audi A1! Would still take the A3

[@johansoderlund9670]

I think the a3 cockpit is more well thought out. The merc just look like someone smacked a screen on the dash

[@jackvickers1124]

Audi is shit!

[@lorenzofrind4745]

My words bro

[@manny3332]

Jack Vickers Mercs shit, drives shit n has a Renault engine!

[@keepsoulfree]

Mat, please do the best hot hatch drag race review with BMW M140i , Mercedes A35amg, VW Golf R and so on... Please Mat, pleaaaaseeee.

[@jimmy92goodwin]

The camera/video quality is just stunning. I watched in 1080p and it was like 4K! What gear is this!? Amazing review as always, agree with the verdict!

[@tiloalo]

The A class interior is like 10 ahead of the competition, what I would have expected in a e class but not in the a! Impressive

[@joshstreet3919]

I’m not just saying this because I have one but the 1 Series is by far the best for me

[@cliors200]

How can you not like the 1 series outside styling, looks much more sporty, and a rear wheel drive look to it

[@kkao33]

The A class has exposed paint door pillar? (At 14:00). This doesn't make it very premium. Feel more like a Polo or Golf.

[@fabiusmaximuscunctator7390]

What is the problem with the manual in the BMW? I have a 116d with a manual transmission and I'm really happy. It's feels great to shift gears.

[@mightyOmouse]

Sorry, but A class interior with those tablet style dashboard looks awful. I would rather see those screens integrated into interior, not just stick them on.

[@johnbobby6281]

Dražen Vida sorry it looks way better and far more modern and futuristic and posh and elegant than the other two which look like cheap ass awful tablets by your own logic. Its dual screens not tablets. And they aren't stuck on. They are integrated on top so that they are right with the drivers eye level.

[@blueeyedbaer]

I have a Mercedes A class since May 2019. I love that car. It looks well, drives well and the technology is amazing. Interior design is just fantastic - modern, minimal and simple. Those controls on the touch screens are super easy to use but I use the touchpad the most. The infotainment system is buttery smooth. The only thing I could wish for is a heated windshield.

[@samirav1137]

What engine do you have? I'm getting my 180 next week

[@pablito0905]

109pk

[@rionguraziu9943]

It’s pretty shit tbh since it has a renault engine and it only has around 130-40 hp

[@Raven16691]

I just did a somewhat fair configuration between the Audi and the Merc and it turns out, that when fully packed, you can actually get an Audi S3(!) and are still cheaper than the A class. (with the 163 hp engine!)

[@Gez492]

Raven16691 yeah me too! No comparison the S3 is better in every element

[@miskatonic6210]

The Mercedes cockpit design is so great and unique, it would be my main reason to chose it. Unless the car hasn't any major flaws: Thats the part I look at, touch and use the most.

[@goatrefurrent3478]

Just got an a3 8v such a lovely car it’s amazing would take that practicality and and love the 4wd over anything else

[@spicesingh]

I just ordered A Class Exclusive Edition A200.. Picking up at 1st March with 21 reg.. Can't wait.. 1st car waw Pergoet 106 for 2 years 2nds Astra drove for a year and is giving up nearly. Working hard and it's time to gift myself A class brand New...

[@zenden6564]

Hi Matt,re: the BMW 1, a real mechanical lever handbrake is a plus not a minus as per your mockery.Not just for servicing either, with a tail happy RWD it's vital for an accomplished handbrake U-turn :D

[@MegaFregel]

Honestly I think the two screens in the Mercedes look stupid. Just like you left iPads on a window ledge.

[@marymaya5806]

I have an audi a3 an absolutely love it! Best car I've ever owned 👍🏻

[@graemekinslow9789]

It's a Skoda

[@myp0h]

@maryam what year is your a3?

[@marymaya5806]

@@myp0h 2017🙂

[@hartzland7658]

@@graemekinslow9789 Why?

[@alexverdigris9939]

I prefer: -Merc's exterior -BMW's dashboard design (old but still the best design by far, even the manual parking brake I prefer) - Audi's space, comfort and practicality, but Audi's exterior is my least favourite

[@manny3332]

Alex Verdigris s line a 3 imo looks the best exterior wise

[@nandos1243]

I think the BMW 1 series look cooler.

[@manny3332]

It’s just the interior that’s a bit dead

[@gieltimmermans]

Yeah but to be honest you need to compare this a class with the bmw 1 series which has the bigger screen and also both need to have automatic a/c so then the 1 series looks already a lot better

[@maccoretti]

Exposed painted metal on the Mercs window frames?? Are you kidding me?!

[@MrGameControler]

where? link to time?

[@andrewmicali550]

@@MrGameControler 14:12

[@AntJoseph_]

RIGHT

[@AntJoseph_]

Not even a MK1 Clio has got exposed metal like that, AND IT'S A CLIO

[@YananoBere]

It's amazing how competent the A3 still is

[@NinjahPenguinZ]

Audi interior, mercedes tech, bmw looks and dynamics... one can only dream

[@MgoMSx]

I like the sound of an A3 2.0tfsi with almost 200bhp.. Hot hatch, while maintaining the comfort! More than likely my next car.

[@krishnakumarnair9532]

Thank you! Finally a Merc won and A-class is the master class in the range, big time. What an upgrade from the old version.

[@RKsnoozer]

I think the merc is the worst looking one there, i love higher end merc's but the A class is just stubby. The 1 series and A3 look cool and angular, especially with their styling upgrades!

[@johnbobby6281]

Adam : RKsnoozer in this spec maybe but in the amg gline grey spec it looks way better than these two.

[@RKsnoozer]

John Bobby I love the A45 AMG, and id put it ahead of the BMW 1 series. But I'd also prefer the Audi S3 over both of them. If we talking interior. Idk about the new Merc A class, but the old one. I've sat inside all 3 of these cars, and id say hands down the Merc was the worst. So if it's anything like the old Merc I still don't like it

[@johnbobby6281]

Adam : RKsnoozer the s3 looks hidiously outdated especially interior wise. Lmao what do you mean you don't know.... Did you even watch the video? We are talking about the new one bro. You are literally contradicting yourself.... You say you like the higher end mercs? Well guess what... That's exactly what the a class is built on.. The same high end level of the higher end merc gets trickled down to the a class like the new s class steering wheel and two digital screens. If you mean the old a class then yes that interior was absolutely hidious and horrible I agree with you. But we are talking about the new a class and its absolutely nothing like the old. Its interior is completly new and refreshed from the ground up

[@RKsnoozer]

John Bobby Nah mate the S3 looks fucking lush! As for talking about the old A class I didn't just mean looks, I meant the way it felt. As I say ive sat In all 3 and the Audi looks and feels the nicest inside. That's being said the new Merc interior does LOOK lush. Although the Audi virtual cockpit still looks better imo. But that doesn't mean it feels nicer.

[@johnbobby6281]

Adam : RKsnoozer sorry mate I meant to say a3 looks hideous. S3 looks good though. But interior wise its hideously outdated just like the old a class as well. Yes the a3 feels nicer than the old a class but the new a class feels a lot nicer... Which is one of the big reasons why it won this comparison Audi virtual cockpit looks better on something like the r8 or higher end models... On the smaller end models not so much. But I still love it.

[@SM-1010]

I love the upgraded infotainment screens it’s amazing

[@nikeythm6519]

The A classes interior is BEYOND better and futuristic than the other two. Its using a nvidia for the graphics. You guys are trippin!

[@saucewalker7211]

This is the best car channel on KZbin

[@sbuinfinity]

Look not to be biased because I drive a similar car. But the BMW looks boss. The Mercedes ain't bad either, just nicer in grey.

[@MadProductionsink]

I would go for the 1 series because I like its design and interior better and it's RWD

[@heblucky]

The BMW is by far the nicest on the eye 👁 and yes it has a handbrake, god help people who have to expel slightly more energy pulling that up and down. Unacceptable in this day and age 🙄

[@pinin1708]

I agree also the positioning the hand break is so irritating

[@marksapollo]

I have to also say I prefer the Audi virtual cockpit and the 1 series looks sporty.

[@xyz-uz6me]

They are all nice (depending on personal preference) but when bought second hand I can only envisage the electronic headaches owners will have to deal with especially as it's the first step into the unknown

[@malaikah8329]

I have been going back and forth for 3 weeks on the bmw and a220.. You have made this so clear for me.. I'm a BMW gal and really felt conflicted moving to Merc.. but the Tech and interior took me away.. and then that driving in a BMW.. hooked me years ago🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️. Thank you for this review.. A Class it will be.

[@lungaswazi9194]

Funny how 42.1 is 42 on the BMW. 44.1 is "nearly 45mpg." And 46.3 is 46. His bias towards Audi is readily apparent

[@Just_RJ]

I'd probably end up getting the Audi, not a fan of the Merc's glossy plastics used in there. Gets too dirty too quickly. Beemer's a close second, but rear wheel drive in snow's a bad idea.

[@quarantinejet2312]

There is an AWD option though.

[@qlus]

The a class has come a long way and I think they have nailed it this time.

[@Super-lucky-7777]

Got the A class this week, Sport 180, red, love it.

[@mokhan9436]

I went for the Audi TDI 150 sline.great car

[@georgynedyalkov]

Hey, carwow, could you make a comparison video about Seat Cupra 300 vs Golf GTI/R and Audi S3?

[@TheHennes36]

The New a class is such an amazing car!!! Hardly feels like an entry Level Mercedes. Absolutely loving it 😍

[@ajunta2270]

I prefer a real handbrake. BMW wins.

[@mansourbellahel-hajj5378]

I agree with you 100%

[@joscejrod]

If I were the resposible for Class A launch I would be worried because this test is almost tied (with other cars released several years ago) and new Series 1 and A3 are around the corner...

[@bryanjudefernandez2195]

never regretted my 118i, beautiful car, handles wayyy better than the other two cars mentioned (driven friends cars before)

[@manny3332]

It’s not really fair to compare mercedez new 2019 model with Audi and BMW’s older models is it??

[@dbagdi1998]

It’s a 2018 car which is being compared to a 2018 BMW and a 2018 Audi

[@Vermilion2049]

Going to book my A class A250 soon, stunning!

[@Parisxrs]

How is it going? Was it worth the money cause i am thinking of buying one too!

[@tristanbrown5636]

BMW won for me it's the best and it is old

[@tiloalo]

It really start to look it's age... Kind of a hard pill to swallow when you seat in one brand new 1 series and cannot see the difference with a 5 years 1 series...

[@NeverFollows]

It would nice to put the exact characteristics numbers for each cars: - Cars price and options list, - Engine and transmissions choices and mileage for each, - Weight of the cars, acceleration and braking measurements, - Total length versus trunk size and interior size.

[@albrightonthenight]

Matt is so much more unprofessional and humerous in his videos now, he didn't even toss away the boot liners😂 Great video but the videos today are what make carwow videos fantastic 👏 Love a matt Watson video on great cars.

[@joshs3066]

There's definitely not enough love for the Audi in the comments section- outclasses both the Merc and BMW in so many areas it's mad!

[@manny3332]

Josh S I feel like the Audi is just too perfect, and that makes it not so exciting, the drive on the bmw is amazing! I’m stuck on which one to get tbh

[@gauravsen3040]

I personally love the new A-class. It is simply fantastic.

[@thewintersolider1697]

It is

[@motionzyt7269]

I’m debating over the a class and the 1 series as my first car

[@poulamichatterjee8391]

Same here

[@ilhanmikhail1132]

damn you rich rich

[@feixas6961]

@@ilhanmikhail1132 or he's 30 and just got his driver's license

[@mattcalloway6254]

Does the A Class Sport have a Premium trim/package? Or is it just the AMG that has the Premium?

[@mattcalloway6254]

@@sarok2773 what else does it come with other than larger screens?

[@mattcalloway6254]

@@sarok2773 and that’s in the new style?

[@mattcalloway6254]

@@sarok2773 thanks man 👍🏻

[@mattcalloway6254]

@@sarok2773 yeah I think it would be better and plus they’re more common to find

[@baturpasha2709]

Anyone interested in driving pleasure should look for good handling , steering wheel feel , good road holding and good bend performance so BMW 1 series hands down.

[@paulg.m50]

M sport BMW , Mercedes Amg line .....why not S-line version for Audi ?

[@Vyker]

You need to mention their year of design. So A Class designed 2018 1 Series designed 2012 A3 designed 2014 Now all of a sudden you're comparing cars six years in design apart! Of course the newer wins!!

[@milanpetrovic7259]

Vyker Where the fuck did you dig this bullshit out? Mercedes started designing the new model late 2012 the only thing that drasticly changed is the cockpit. Like in the Bmw and the audi. Pls man just dont be a dumbass

[@MikiBata444]

Audi a3😍😍😍😍

[@mr.c3939]

Auto Motor und Sport did this comparison also, however included the Golf. They declared that the Golf is the best of the bunch despite being at the end of its lifecycle. So as good as the new Mercedes is, the lowly Golf is still the best German hatchback to buy. Costs less then any of these and build quality is just as good.

[@Deuteross]

It's a bit o a shame Mat, that you forgot to mention it's the last BMW 1-series with RWD. The next one, which is just around the corner, will be FWD, argh... Good video as always, of course.

[@carwow]

I did, but I took it out of the edit.

[@gguy9oct]

Hi Mat, I am recently exposed to your channel and I appreciate the way you cover all aspects of a car including 5 positives, negatives and all your videos are witty and just around 15 minutes which keeps it engaging. I just have a small request if I may, can you also include one aspect of annual maintenance cost (wear and tear) which could help buyers like us to make a firm decision. Not that we will buy car based on your verdict 😛 but can help us which brand to avoid for not wasting time. 😊 All the best to your channel and I am a subscriber now.😊 Many thanks. GG.

[@gravel_slope]

3:44 clearly shows hes not a driver for sheer driving pleasure, you cant do handbrake turns with electronic

[@maav737]

who on earth wants to make handbrake turns? 0,000000001% of the people who drive on circuits and for who's this video meant? Point made.

[@alejandroflores14]

he is telling how old its the car bro

[@owentreadgold8658]

0:17 however when it comes to impressing girls size does matter

[@jaffaorange3809]

And some guys.

[@seanorourke8470]

Got myself a BMW e92 320d then the chain broke Matt, engine is totaled and BMW want nothing to do with it,iam currently getting a motor assessment done on it as there has been known to be a fault in the N47 3,I'll keep you up to date,

[@uk51kh63]

BMW 1 Series wins in my opinion I’ve recently passed my test and I bought a 2019 BMW 118i M Sport Shadow Edition because of the reason it looks the sportiest, it drives the sportiest and it has a physical handbrake and with the 6 speed manual gearbox in my one it’s so engaging to drive and I also have the professional sat nav so I have apple car play.