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The rear-wheel-drive BMW 1 Series enters its fifth year on the market with a few visual changes, as well as a new higher-performance version from BMW's M division, dubbed the 1 Series M. At the other end of the lineup is the 128i, which is the least-expensive entry point to BMW's entire lineup. Available as a coupe or convertible, the compact 1 Series occupies a space with few competitors. The Nissan 370Z, Infiniti G37 coupe and top-end versions of Detroit's muscle cars come closest to filling out the competitive slate.

The 135i is covered separately in Cars.com's Research section.

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    Sitting safely
    The ideal seating position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ► Safety belts ...

    General information
    Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement could result in an accident. ...

    USB interface for data transfer
    USB interface for data transfer Port for importing and exporting data, such as music collections, on USB devices. Observe the following when connecting: ▷ Do not use force when plugging ...