The M Formula

Following the M car formula, the 1M features increased power, a manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, a modified suspension, fat tires and a distinctive look — perhaps more distinctive than the other Ms. The car's track is 2.8 inches wider in front and 1.8 inches wider in rear than the regular 1 Series, so the fenders have swollen as well, resulting in an exaggerated, almost cartoony style that might appeal to some BMW fans — and turn off others. Familiar 19-inch alloy wheels are shared with the M3's optional Competition Package.

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    Bursts of Power
    The 1M's powertrain is the car's high point, providing ample torque at low engine speeds for a satisfying launch. This twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder produces 335 horsepower at 5, ...

    Menu navigation
    You can use the thumbwheel and buttons 1 to navigate through the menus. ▷ Turn the thumbwheel: select a menu item. ▷ Press the arrow buttons: change between fields. ▷ Press th ...

    Around the center console: controls and displays
    1.  Coupe: microphone for voice activation systemand for telephonein hands-free mode Convertible: microphone on steering column 2.  SOS: initiating an Emergency Request call 3.  ...