New BMW 118i Review - Has Front Wheel Drive Ruined The 1 Series?

[@khwezindlovu2101]

Am I the only one that was waiting for Prudence to answer the phone and say " Thank you for calling BMW Call Service, how may I help you" (In the backgroud, Yaaa thenga idrum stick ngiyafa)

[@thokozanigab]

😂😂😂

[@SoloVentureExplorer]

Lol good one

[@muhlurievander6384]

😂😂😂😂

[@hunadimakgatho3403]

😂 😂 😂

[@alexeymanshin4034]

To be honest, I bought 118i M exactly because it's a front wheel drive. I had many different car, but I am a BMW fan. However, I am a reasonable person. RWD I had was 318i E92. If you live in a climate with cold winter, trust me, you want FWD or 4x4. RWD on ice: you make a turn and go sideways even at very low speed. It all comes to what do you need the car for, where you drive it etc. Statements like:"Ah, it's a FWD, it's a bad car" are just blah-blah from people who don't put their money where their mouth is. Great review by the way!:)

[@MrGemini69]

Me personally I own a e90 RWD for fun and daily and X3 F25 AWD for road trips. I have driven multiple FWD before and I am not a huge fan of it. Much prefer the handling of RWD over AWD even. I also found that it is extremely difficult to service FWD due to the engine is usually positioned horizontally and differential fluid is extremely hard to get to.

[@rasimkazi7086]

Did it gave you problem?Because I want to buy used BMW 118i manual.

[@Ben36363]

​@rasimkazi7086 I bought a 118i with 35k about 9 months ago, they're really solid engines and it's a really high quality little car, it goes through a tank of feul quite fast though, I would 100% recommend this car, it's not really fast but it's not slow.

[@andrekleyn727]

I must say. I absolutely love your way of describing everything about this vehicle. Detailed analysis, yet easy to understand. Unfortunately, this car like many others is simply a pipe dream for your day to day Joe Public. Keep up with the brilliant reviews.

[@janco333]

Beemers are not made for joe public. Kia is.

[@munkeypants1]

Great review. I’ve just said goodbye to my A3 1.4 S-Line company car but can’t wait for my new 118i M-Sport to arrive in 16 weeks.

[@ghislainel4830]

What a good and pleasant presenter! Different from the likes of Carwow, carbuyer.....The concierge call was super cool! Keep up the good work!

[@dwinki.dwinki]

BMW is using this car as a guinea pig, they know journalists and enthusiasts are going to complain but also they confident that the ride quality is spot on. After 3 years when they release a face lift they will improve all of the issues people complain about and it will reclaim its spot as the ultimate fun hatchback. Oh, I'm a Beemer fan :-)

[@tebogomojela188]

beamer fan here. Totally agree

[@phelelanikhuluse8840]

@@tebogomojela188 there is no facelift comming

[@OwethuWasHere]

This didn’t age well

[@triniflyer8685]

I have owned the previous model 120i with the 1.6t rwd m sport. This ride is far more compliant in m sport trim. Don’t know how they did and it and the handling is much better in this car. Big step up. Don’t let the rwd fan bois deter you if you are buying this car for daily spirited commuting as the journalist said it’s a 118i you are buying. Most of us don’t know how to extract performance from a rwd anyway. This is safe and understeer ensures the non trained driver never gets himself in trouble

[@azadr9231]

Love your reviews mate. Keep up the great work.

[@errolgradwell806]

“The only people that don’t like it are BMW enthusiasts and motoring journalists...”

[@FrodoBeutlin1984]

What a good video! I actually learned more here than from 10 other videos together..

[@kgmfer]

Finally someone that reacts like me when a squirrel runs over the road 😂❤️

[@brianoconnell3237]

Fantastic review with professional cinematography. Well done. We have just bought one.

[@jrea424]

This car is for the mass public, not the enthusiast.. I don't like it personally, I will keep my RWD 1 series

[@BrateTebra123]

The car is excellent I just try it at the dealership

[@nmfl100]

It's for the mass public because it's a better car overall than the previous gen F20. RWD is fun to drive but also has disadvantages. And I've driven two F40 118is and they are also great fun to drive, and better than the F40 in pretty much all other regards.

[@philipposkrizopoulos6597]

Am a Merc person and traditionally a BMW hater, but this vehicle changed my mind! All new same category cars seem they stepped bck in build quality (interior at list) except BMW. Audi - VW - MERC new models reduced or vanished physical buttons and interior surfaces are full of glossy piano black plastic..., BMW is the only one in opposite direction! I think new BMW series 1 have the most balanced package and made me loving it!!!

[@generalismoquabablinotheth5902]

I love this car, so quiet and smooth compliant over bumps, interior build quality, peppy enough I do a lot of city driving, plenty power for me, where speed limit is 20mph, driven golf's for years and don't regret changing

[@rivoningongobeni3565]

Can you please do a video of BMW 1 series VS Mercedes Benz A Class

[@elainezaki6252]

Well iv'e just traded my BMW 118D M sport 2010 for this new model had a test drive can't wait to pick it up on Saturday :)

[@mtlsi]

Great review with perfect humor addons :)...

[@Iam.SpiritMpumi]

Please watch his BMW X3 review, left me with some stomachache for days. Especially his first line - "it's beautiful from the side, but upfront you're assaulted by BMW's huge kidney grills"😂🤣😂

[@mightysa5693]

Will golf 8 gti clubsport 45 be available in south Africa

[@maxperlov7071]

Will there be a BMW 128ti review?

[@tsepangbereng3144]

"3 cylinders in a Beamer? Whooooo!? Yisus, the world has changed" That sent me 😂😂😂

[@tabdeboer]

Also me.

[@zukisadebesha3947]

BMW lost just their unique selling point, rear wheel drive...just get myself the new golf..

[@jelomi036]

lol, you can't blame BMW for anything when you buy a "new" golf... the 1 is killing the "new" plastic golf with everything.

[@GABRAN47]

The new Golf is just as ugly..

[@keloduma]

Rather the new A3 because the A Class looks crap itself

[@Francloy1]

It's just a golf. And will always be. Just a golf.

[@yorick715]

New golf is the ugliest golf Ever with lot of quality lost. You d Better have bought a golf 7.

[@motheolebelo]

I, We have known BMW to be a Rear wheel drive car all our lives and now they have changed. Why though cause it was working so well. Good useable review Ciro.

[@MrM_808]

To answer you YES and that grill does help either

[@brucekendall52]

I see this car being a big sales success.I for one,like it.Thks.

[@SenzoDlomo]

Nice watch bro!

[@firstnamesecondname5341]

Price for spec against a VW Golf suddenly the BMW is not only looking good physically but looking good value financially too

[@chrisogrady28]

My first car was a 118i and it was a drift missle for 20 year old me, it actually had more power than the new one, and with a good clutch kick it was great fun! Since then I've had a couple of Alfas but I missed RWD so back to an old 1 series, but this time a straight six convertible, it's a genuine daily thrill driving such a balanced car that rotates mid corner and never feels out of control, driving any FWD/transverse engined/small turbo engined cars feels just awful, just disgusting, specifically referring to my other car, an Alfa Guilietta, needless to say it's up for sale

[@mark-qi6di]

Since the new Corolla us out, can you please please please do a comparison between the Mazda3 sedan (R470k), the Impreza (R450k) and the Corolla (R425k); all in top-spec? Each car is special in their own right, but which is the best one? To me it's sad how these cars are not that mainstream in the country.

[@ozemsadventureofrandomstuf252]

Fantastic car! Great review! I love this bmw but no replacement for displacement! Best or nothing at all!🧎🏽‍♂️🙏🥺

[@Daantjie]

In my view best looking 1 series to date. Did not like the previous versions...felt a bit cheap. This one feels totally different.

[@Cripplegee]

That’s what I think, I hated the 1 series with the long nose. It may not be rwd now but it goes round corners so well on the twistys beside me.

[@Mkhehla]

That diss on Huawei 😂

[@anettemametsha3003]

😂😂😂

[@NA-mm5nb]

It’s not ruined! But if you get red seats it is

[@drprince8766]

Love your watch.! What model is that.:)

[@ГеоргиБойчев-о3л]

Basically the selling point is gone

[@adinwilson1094]

" mmmmm yassis the world has changed" tks Ciro, comedy genius, I laughed so hard 🤣

[@RRSmurf]

'Jissus'... the go-to option when you want to blaspheme but are worried God will hear.

[@odinponzi9224]

I'd like to say something but I can't afford a R500 000 car.

[@mohameddawood5884]

Great video! What are your thoughts on the fuel consumption , after having driven it ? I recently changed my m140i for this 118i and I find the fuel consumption isn’t that much better. I only get about 100km more on a tank, expected a bit more.

[@BilboCBR]

Mohamed Dawood depends how you drive it, I have the touring tank and get about 550 miles before refilling. I also put the car in eco mode and I get 51mpg, I do a lot of motorway driving, averaging 250 - 300 miles a day. The car still accelerates well, in eco mode, it seems to drop into neutral when coasting, I have an auto btw.

[@decarp3nt3r]

The only thing stopping people from loving the new one series design and tech is their ego... so much hate is going on about the three cylinders but why would one using this as an everyday drive find it lacking in power? Care for the environment? Besides, nobody tailspins out of every corner on day to day drives. This group are just disappointed on how bmw is failing to create a car for a small market that suits their desire for big engine models. How can this be sustainable for bmw in the long run? Not logical at all.

[@elimakhutle360]

I'm one of those who don't like it...

[@SoloVentureExplorer]

I don't like the 3 cylinder nonsense. It's a complete waste of money

[@jay-cee4499]

Same

[@danswatch9034]

This motor is even in 3 and 4 series if im not mistaken

[@rizaanjappie]

Googling for a restaurant is so much better, plus if you live in an area you will generally know where to eat out

[@Chif_GT]

I need to get one for my girlfriend.....then I'll have a good explanation as to why I am driving a 3 cylinder BMW.

[@GordonHeaney]

Well, I love my new one, it's got loads of kit, plenty of oomph and great to drive

[@Cripplegee]

I got one a few weeks ago, it’s fantastic on the twisty roads where I live and so much kit as standard

[@L77yma]

That Charlotte sounds fit !

[@itum3707]

Bruv don't let the voice fool you mandem. most British ladies sound the same innit.

[@L77yma]

Fake Taxi viewers will disagree! So I’ve been told.

[@michaelgoh5830]

Poor squirrel 🐿 and yes hi, Charlotte of Barcelona! 😂

[@TehMr]

This is BMW's answer to the Golf's evolution into premium space, legendary as the 135i's were they cluldnt touch the golf GTI/R sales wise and the 8 looks to be even more premium than ever so natural for a company to want a slice of that markets big pie

[@SiphiweMnguni]

The exterior colour is fire. I wish the seats were of the same colour. The first bmw that deserves my guap.

[@D33MRO]

I love this channel

[@onkedilz198]

I jump from brand to brand 😁

[@gustavchuene7430]

No Ciro, most of us car fanatics dont like it all.

[@Francloy1]

Tbh. Just go drive one. I bought the M135I for my wife from Club Motors without setting a foot in it. Traded in my oops almost rolled it GLC 250d Coupe, it takes attention to drive as it has a lot of fwd power. But sheer driving pleasure like no one else can offer. Amazing car. Ok the front is a bit Alfa... ..

[@rodgertebele9437]

Lol your gonna get nailed by the tannies for saying YES twice like that

[@justintrzcinski773]

Great review, on the point of jumping between brands I do based on price because as you say not much between them otherwise

[@juandrej5982]

Does BMW build good front wheel cars ??????? one word : M I N I so yes it's a very good car . BMW 118I MSport, hottest hatch ,go spec any other car like THE 1 and you will be paying more and just some facts ,the 1series is sold out in January awaiting new shipment

[@wisdomntshalintshali3296]

What's sad is that BMW has chosen to copy Mercedes' A-Class and CLA class to make the 1 and 2 series yet I believe the BMW M140 outsold the A45 AMG. So i'll probably just wait for the straight 6 M140i Shadow edition to be affordable and I'll buy that.

[@dylanb3734]

I dunno whats sexier .. the car or him 😅

[@shiv135]

So the base model comes with a dual clutch and the flagship model has a 8spd torque converter automatic. Wow times have really changed

[@rolliseventeen]

Charlotte is better than Siri and looks better in shorts.

[@thabisomaleka3933]

Yes it has. What made BMW unique was the rear wheel drive & the 3L straight 6 engine. Mercedes is dominating with the latest A-Class.

[@lincolnmachaba6611]

Please Review BMW 128ti

[@Carscoza]

Hi there, we're filming it next week :)

[@kmuinde]

Never owned a BMW am thinking of buying one as my next car but a 3 series

[@RRSmurf]

Good job since the BMW 3 series is loads more BMW-ish than the the BMW 1 series.

[@oomstu]

both hands on the wheel Ciro :P

[@RRSmurf]

That's socially frowned upon here in South Africa :)

[@Iam.SpiritMpumi]

I think it's not bad at all, it's just not for enthusiasts...... Can you please review the latest BMW X1, hopefully you won't find it's grill assaulting like those of the X3

[@mxolisiveco3625]

Seating at the back seats to give viewers a good indication of space and seating angle is always good, just thinking it should be a standard thing you do in any car review

[@michaelmeckies7072]

Nice video

[@florinrad4647]

Beauty, but I will prefer my rear wheel drive BMW 😉

[@InfoHubZA]

Ciro you're probably the first journalist who says 1 Series drives more comfortably than the A3, which I find weird. It is mostly the other way around. Where the 1 Series beats the A3 is with handling around the corners and sporty driving, not comfort bro. I refuse. Audi generally beats Merc and BMW with comfort.

[@Isawtheworldforwhatitis]

Even the squirrel likes it 😂😂😂

[@CosmicPanda855]

This guy is so cool 😎

[@Poker_Fr3ak]

oh isnt that A class 2021 ? damnnnn

[@SDav21]

Huawei had wireless charging before apple. Don't blame Huawei for you buying the cheapest one. Plus Huawei had REVERSE wireless charging before everyone too. In 2018 already my Mate 20 Pro can wirelessly charge another phone.

[@RRSmurf]

Defense mode: Activated :)

[@siamparagon9250]

Wow, congratulations on the weight loss.

[@madikgetlakagiso1525]

I don't think 1 series drivers will care abut red vs fwd

[@lucasvonheiz1310]

You're wrong. normal people who buy a golf or an A3 or a 1 serie don't care, but people who buy M135i or M140i cares. And as a 130i e87 owner i promise i'll never buy G series 1

[@madikgetlakagiso1525]

@@lucasvonheiz1310 u are correct and I know its not an M car.,,,but how many people who buy M cars can even drift or full take advantage of the rear wheel drive in theri cars

[@lucasvonheiz1310]

@@madikgetlakagiso1525 nowadays M means nothing, you find it on suv's, and they even make M5 4wd. But as a bmw driver, when i'm in a FWD it sucks. even with a good chassis. Just fiesta st i fun to me on fwd.

[@intellectual1193]

M5 is 4wd but it also can be rwd. It's the best of both worlds. BMW has not lost it's way because many people will buy the 1 series. If you want a rwd car you can still buy other m cars or non m cars

[@lucasvonheiz1310]

@@intellectual1193 clearly not. Before bmw was offering straight 6s from 150hp and less to 343 on the same car (3 série). Now if you want rwd 6 cylinder apart from 340i and higher you have nothing in non m cars

[@AR-fw5bn]

Nobody cares about the 118i. The 135i is an awd essentially so nothing lost, still an improvement

[@kevinrtres]

Real life fuel consumption of the 1.5L 3-cylinder is an annoying 9 to 9.5L per 100km. It's on the web - just check out the complaints against it. So if you're interested in this car - just know that. EDIT open road gets you about 7.3l/100km

[@TshoksOlam]

0-100 in???

[@RRSmurf]

Who cares when the rear seatbelts don't get in the way of the folding back seats.... *sarcasm*

[@TshoksOlam]

@@RRSmurf Launch control, no launch control? The basics? Fuel consumption? Kw?

[@RRSmurf]

Cough *sarcasm* cough...

[@musa7582]

Oh no, first the Golf, now the 1 Series, ugly!! Merc A class and the new A3 are looking much better

[@lmao7744]

That iDrive system is one of the best infotainment systems in the market but the look of this car, particularly the front end, is not my cup of tea.

[@Francloy1]

Grows on you. Like fungus.

[@nabil_040]

I don’t like the exterior but interior is Nice tho but don’t see reason why you would pick it over golf or A3

[@Aadil726]

Thought it would just have the 8 speed auto box?

[@Francloy1]

All of the negative comments....... Does anyone even own one? Didn't think so.

[@tebogomokoena9598]

definitely looks better than the 135.maybe it's the color .

[@elmonyopi1577]

Yea-ses!!! Indeed the world has changed Siro 😂😂😂

[@colintempest4448]

I switched from BMW to Mercedes because of the ugly styling and the overrated driving experience of their lower end models. My wife has the A class, and it's a great car, but you have to have AMG trim and even then it looks understated. I don't hate the way the new 1 series looks which surprises me.

[@GertoHeupink]

I always was a BMW 1 series fan but the way BMW has taken now..... A 3-cylinder frontwheel driven car? IIIeeeeeuuuuwww I rather switch to Mercedes now

[@andersnilsson4068]

Yes, you can drive that with their cheap Renault engine and even more cheap plastic inside. Good luck!

[@hlatsir3155]

really does look like a a45...

[@tebogomojela188]

Take my subscription, just take it already.

[@JoziGB]

I should be a car journalist!

[@cameron4907]

Seems like every new BMW that comes out they seem to be getting uglier. Honestly, I think the Mazda 3, Renault Megane and even the Toyota Corolla Hatch look better than this BMW 😐 Just my opinion

[@t_0827]

Nice but very expensive with M-Sport Design....

[@andr3000]

The new A3 will shoot the lights out.

[@duffydon1741]

Ciro, what's going on with BMW in the yester years, they claimed that their cars would never be turbo charged??? Today????? They later claimed that they wouldn't build an A45s rival, those that wanted such a car should look towards the M2C today they rumor an M 400hp 1series that will be a direct 45s rival.. 🤔🤔🤔 somethings totally not right at BMW.. I wish I would be part of their board of directors.. How can I get myself there??? That being said, let's not forget that Coca-Cola is also now 'FWD'..

[@TehMr]

Seek profits over car culture and brush up on your german.Herr Dumisani simëlanë Hörstwen

[@duffydon1741]

@@TehMr 😂😂😂😂 day made..

[@johnmajor9564]

As a German and driver of the BMW F20 120d xdrive I am ashamed of this new car...

[@keloduma]

The front this car looks like that Angry Birds pig. BMW should've kept it's design language of a horizontal lined fasvua instead of this angled crap that the new 1 series is. I'd still take the prev gen any day

[@alfaholic3]

It looks rubbish TBH and being FWD well thats just not on from a BMW IMO.

[@ghaliedcassiem3808]

I don't care about the car the t-shirt is more affordable and better looking

[@kieronmoodley7471]

BMW so stupid to leave the reverse camera exposed even on the more expensive models.like it's a last thought...oh we forgot about the reverse camera

[@samuelbaradhuwar9412]

So a 3 cylinder, FWD Basically it's an uglier more expensive Ford Fiesta 😂😂

[@MrAftermath21]

Car reviews on this channel are weird to me.