The BMW 1 Series has not yet undergone full M treatment, but the closest to it is certainly the M135i xDrive. The car comes with a series of mechanical improvements three years after the appearance of the basic model.

The Volkswagen Golf R and Audi S3 are already on the market, the Mercedes-AMG is preparing an improved A35, and BMW is responding with a compact hatchback. This is not a redesign, or Life Cycle Impulse (LCI), but a subtle evolution of the most powerful version of the Series 1.

The BMW M135i xDrive is offered in Individual colors, and in the photos the car is painted in Sao Paulo yellow. Others such as Frozen Pure Gray and Frozen Orange are also available. Improved springs and shock absorbers improve the car’s behavior on the road, especially in corners. Engineers also adjusted the rear and steering lever brackets on the rear axle, and the front axle was given a new hydraulic bracket to attach the front suspension levers. The slope is increased to better absorb the forces created by passing through bends.

The BMW M135i xDrive is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 302 hp (222 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission through which power is sent to all wheels. A limited-slip mechanical differential has been retained. It rides on 18-inch wheels, and a 19-inch set is optional.

Source: BMW