BMW 1 Series (E87)

The BMW 1-Series is a model of automobile that will be manufactured by BMW and sold in the United Kingdom in 2004. In what other parts of the world the 1-Series will be offered is unknown.

BMW's internal name for this model is E81.

Hatchback variant

In the Northern Hemisphere autumn of 2004, BMW will offer a hatchback variant of the 1-Series, designed to compete in the market with the Volkswagen Golf. The hatchback will feature a 4-cylinder engine built in the Hams Hall plant in Birmingham, England. Some of the car's components will be shared with the 3-Series, including MacPherson struts in the front of the car, and a trapezoidal-link rear axle. The headlights and taillights are expected to be of a "wraparound" design, i.e., they will be partially visible from the sides of the car, as well as the front and rear of the car.

Expected specifications

• Weight: 1,150 kg
• Overall length: 41.5 dm
• Wheelbase: 26.5 dm

References

• The latest 1-Series artists impressions. (2003, December 21). In BMW news. Retrieved December 27, 2003 from http://www.bmw2002.co.uk/news.htm