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BMW 1-Series

By:Auto Express team

27 Mar 2008

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1ser

Overall Average Rating - 84.29%
Position in the Top 100 cars - 40th

Ratings

Position in the Top 100 cars
Reliability: 31st
Build Quality: 35th
Running Costs: 29th
Performance: 17th
Braking: 10th
Ride Quality: 89th
Handling: 8th
Practicality: 94th
Comfort: 68th
Ease of Driving: 38th

Manufacturer Verdict (Position - 6th)

With solid build quality and an engaging driving experience, there’s plenty of satisfaction to be had in a BMW. You would like to see more in the way of practicality, though.

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