
[ via Motor Trend ]
I have to hand is to BMW for their execution of this new entry level 128i model. If I had to pick the best luxury car maker, right now I would have to go with Audi. With the new A4, A5, S5, S8 and R8 they have one of the best lineups going. BMW has the 6 Series and the 3 Series, but even these models have become so much different than their past models. As far the 1 Series, this is a different story. BMW has created a product that does not really have any good comeptitors. The Audi A3 is a great car, but it is a hatchback. The BMW 1 Series is a totally different category. It is the smallest car in the BMW lineup, but still has a 230hp 3-liter straight six. Oh and it is rear wheel drive with a near perfect 50/50 weight ratio. I cannot wait to see what they do with the M model. I am sure they will add all the usual body enhancements, performance wheels and of course a monster of an engine.