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BMW 1 Series (2011 - 2019)
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120d Sport 184 5dr Hatchback
reviewed by Ian Cogger on 11 February 2017
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Overall rating
5
How it drives
4
Fuel economy
2
Tax/Insurance/Warranty costs
1
Cost of maintenance and repairs
4
Experience at the dealership
4
How practical it is
2
How you rate the manufacturer
1
Overall reliability
Expensive and flawed!
Travelled 70 miles to buy this model from a BMW dealership but didn't worry too much as I thought warranty support would be national! Because 120d's are relatively rare, no discount was forthcoming although the car was prepared well.
In the 18 months since purchase:
Replacement drivers window motor
Steering rack - well documented problem on these - loud knock on potholes and dropped kerbs
At this point the 1 year warranty ran out and I extended with a BMW Insured warranty for another 12 months £300
Brake control arm bush split - replaced under new warranty but £250 excess.
Without warranty these repairs would have cost £2.5-3 K, scary figures for a so-called premium car with only 45K miles
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About this car
| Price | £17,775–£40,400 |
|---|---|
| Road Tax | A–J |
| MPG | 35.3–83.1 mpg |
| Real MPG | 74.9% |
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