The cheapest car of one of the top German manufacturers is probably BMW 118d. You get all the best specification and engine excellence in rather a small car. With rear-wheel drive it has also been offering manual gearbox that is quite rare for modern day cars.
It is fun to drive because of perfect balance of body weight and handling on low or high speed. Particularly in harsh cold weather it would be a good choice. Only 2.0 litre four cylinders engine is fitted under hood so you do not have any other choice as far as fuel burner is concerned.
It promises 150hp and 320Nm torque that is quite good to allow acceleration at low revs. This five door family hatch is the smallest BMW which has been produced in modern times.
The appearance of this family hatch is not outstanding and among others you may not rest your eyes on it. But some of its exterior features are quite prominent its paint and exterior package.
Wheels also adding grandeur to the looks so you may not find it as appealing as any of other latest model are but it has something different and that is an advantage. Cabin is somewhat standard and you may not find changes as other series of the same car producer offer quite frequently.
The infotainment system has been replaced by the most modern of the company so focus remains there. In it you will get every menu and submenu revised, graphics are also of high quality so you get the best in business. Touch screen is missing but rotating knobs are good to operate it. It is placed on center console and carried out things perfectly.
Manual gearbox let you change gear without any delay but a new system of rev matching may create a resistance but it is to keep things in check for protection. This can be turned off but it is to improve stability rather losing momentum on turns.
It is also fitted in other series but there works automatically. More you push pedal hard better it would become in handling and ride quality is extremely good so you can compare it to any rival of the vehicle. Optional adaptive dampers take ride comfort to next level so that nothing can discomfort you.
Three driving modes are available to the driver and Sport mode makes throttle more responsive while adding heavy feel to wheel. Eco Pro mode is surely for best fuel consumption and toned down throttle response as well.
Some do not feel real difference in changing driving modes but there is for sure. Cabin is spacious for passengers on front seats but rear row passengers feel otherwise and second row is not ideal for three adults in any case.”
