The EFTM Garage – BMW 116i Sport Line

Sheer driving pleasure they say, is it all it’s cracked up to be as a slogan. We say yes, there is nothing like the feeling of pure engineering when you’re behind the wheel and BMW will rarely if ever disappoint, this week EFTM has a 116i Sport Line in the garage..

Make: BMW

Model: 116i

Variant: Sport Line

Engine / Transmission: 1.6l 4cyl

Vital Stats:

Fuel Economy: 220Nm torque, 100kW, 136 bhp

MRRP Price:  $35,600 + $1,100 (Sport Line), + $620 (Convenience Pack) + $1,200 (Advanced parking Package), + $1,200 (Navigation System Business)

Standard Features:

• Transmission
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
• BMW EfficientDynamics features
  • AutoStart/Stop function
  • Brake Energy Regeneration
  • Optimum Gearshift Indicator
• Technical features
  • Anti-locking Braking System (ABS)
  • Comfort Go
  • Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
  • Cruise Control with braking function
  • Driver and front passenger airbags
  • Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
  • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with extended contents
  • Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
  • ECO PRO driving experience switch
  • Electric power steering
  • Electronic differential lock
  • Front side airbags
  • Head airbag front and rear
• Exterior features
  • BMW light alloy-wheels–16” Vspoke 378 with 205/55 R16 run-flat safety tyres
  • Central locking with remote control
  • Rear windscreen wiper
• Interior features–general
  • 6.5” Colour monitor
  • 60/40 split fold rear seats
  • AM/FM radio with in-dash CD player
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Floor mats in Velour
  • iDrive Controller
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Manual Air Conditioning
  • Multi-function buttons for steering wheel
  • On-board computer
  • Outside temperature display
  • USB interface
• Interior features–seating
  • Front armrest
  • Sensatec upholstery
  • Three-point seatbelt for third rear passenger, including headrest

Wow Factor: Small form factor BMW puts it closer to price range for many yet packs the same stunning ride and handling that BMW is known for

Most Impressive: The detailed and advanced rear parking camera and sensors are certainly impressive as is overall comfort and handling

Not so impressive: Quite frankly, the infotainment system is complex and just doesn’t need to be – BMW need to invest in some user interface design experts to make this a better experience.