3rd June 2021
BMW 1 Series review: Everything you need to know about BMW’s premium hatchback
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The BMW 1 Series is the premium hatchback for ‘car people’. If you value driving experience above all else, the 1 Series’ punchy engine range and fun driving dynamics make it the pick of the high-end hatch segment. Plus, a switch to front-wheel drive for the latest model makes for a much more practical and spacious offering, meaning our BMW 1 Series business and personal lease deals offer plenty of sensibilities to go with the traditionally excellent performance that comes with the BMW badge.
Ready to get started with your BMW 1 Series lease? Use our free soft credit check to see if you’ll be pre-approved for funding today, with no impact on your credit score*.
If it’s hassle-free BMW 1 Series leasing you’re looking for, you’re in the right place. You can lease a 1 Series with us in four simple steps:
• Pick your BMW 1 Series lease: Choose the BMW 1 Series contract hire package that works for you, either from our pre-priced options above or get us to make a tailored plan for you.
• Get pre-approved quickly: You can use our free soft credit check to check your eligibility for finance without affecting your credit score* – and we’ll typically let you know if you’ve been pre-approved in less than 60 minutes**.
• Reserve your car online: You can use your new MyHippo account to reserve your chosen BMW 1 Series contract hire deal in just a few clicks.
• Come and pick it up: We can deliver your new 1 Series to our Blackburn showroom for pick up or deliver it to your driveway nationwide.
That’s our BMW 1 Series leasing process in a nutshell. Find out more about how leasing works with us here.
The BMW 1 Series is one of the big three premium hatchbacks from the major German manufacturers – the other two being the Mercedes A-Class and Audi A3. All have their USPs, but the 1 Series offers arguably the best: driver appeal.
As long as the rivalry has existed, the 1 Series – like all BMWs – has offered the most in the segment in terms of driving dynamics. A range of punchy yet economical engines are complemented by lively handling which makes the 1 Series a uniquely fun operator.
The decision to move the drivetrain to the front wheels may have upset some hardcore BMW fans, but that adjustment has allowed the 1 Series to become more practical without affecting performance. You’ll get more space in the back, while the ergonomics and tech package have been updated to make everything more comfortable and user-friendly.
Offering the same amazing driving experience with improved sensibilities, our BMW 1 Series business and personal lease deals are better than ever.
We’ve been offering affordable, hassle-free leasing to customers on every budget for nearly two decades. Here’s what makes our BMW 1 Series lease deals worth considering:
• We’re bad credit specialists: We believe everyone should be able to get a great lease deal on a car they love, which is why we work with a variety of bad credit/no initial deposit customers. Whatever your financial circumstances, we’ll always do our best to help you.
• Affordable leasing: We offer the best prices we possibly can through our diverse panel of lenders, so you can get the best deal at your end.
• Fast credit checks: You can find out in less than 60 minutes** if you’ve been pre-approved for funding with our free soft credit check that won’t impact your credit score*.
• Expert assistance: Not sure about something? A dedicated account manager will be on hand to help you get the best possible BMW 1 Series lease deal.
• Tailored leasing backed by benefits: Our tailored lease packages, Used Car Promise and 14-day money-back guarantee*** are just a few reasons why you can always lease with confidence with us.
We’re rated as ‘excellent’ on Trustpilot by our customers, and we think you’ll love leasing with us, too.
Get the best driving premium hatch on the market at an affordable monthly rate with one of our hassle-free BMW 1 Series lease deals.
Get started right now by checking your eligibility for funding using our free soft credit check that won’t impact your credit score*, or get in touch with us if you’d like to find out more about a tailored lease deal.
* If pre-approval is successful and you wish to proceed, you will be subject to a hard credit check. Pre-approvals are conditional and full approval may be denied subject to further checks.
** We’ll attempt to contact you by phone to confirm your pre-approval status. This call will typically take place less than 60 minutes after we’ve assessed your application. Confirmation will follow by e-mail – this process typically takes up to 24 hours.
*** Our 14-day money-back guarantee means you won’t be charged for the remainder of your payments. However, a documentation fee of £70 and a cancellation fee of up to £600 will still be applicable.
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