It looks like all the images of the new BMW 1-Series were the real deal and the info was spot-on as well, so the Bavarian carmaker had no choice but to officially reveal the new 1er head of schedule.

Vital statistics: 2.0-litre turbo-diesel 4-cylinder; 130kW/350Nm; 6-speed manual; 4.8L/100km; 128g/km CO2; RWD HE You're a huge fan of cars that sip rather than gulp so I expect you'll be spellbound ...

Why we're driving it: The 120d is the first 2.0-litre, four-cylinder diesel engine BMW has offered locally. This makes five BMW diesel models available in Australia. At $47,800, it is $2800 more than ...