BMW 1 Series F40
The F40 1 Series traded rear-wheel drive for a roomier, front-driven family hatch.
- Power
- 138 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.1 s
- Top speed
- 132 mph
About the BMW 1 Series F40
Introduced in 2019, the third-generation 1 Series moved to a front-wheel-drive architecture. The 118i uses a turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine, with M Sport adding a more assertive appearance. These figures describe the early 140 PS version with a six-speed manual gearbox. Its 380-litre boot and transverse engine layout favour everyday practicality over the layout of its predecessor.
BMW 1 Series F40 specs
The BMW 1 Series F40 produces 138 bhp (103 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.1 seconds and has a top speed of 132 mph (213 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | 1 Series |
| Generation | F40 |
| Trim | 118i M Sport |
| Years | 2019–2024 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.5L turbocharged inline-3 petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,499 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 138 bhp (103 kW) at 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 8.1 s |
| Top speed | 132 mph (213 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,290 kg (2,844 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 107 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
BMW 1 Series F40 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW 1 Series F40 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 6 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
BMW 1 Series F40 fun facts
- The F40 118i has a 2,670 mm wheelbase.
- Its ARB wheel-slip control technology was adapted from the BMW i3.
