The BMW 1 SERIES (2011-15) 116I 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 SS 136 EU5 URBAN BUSINESS MEDIA 6SPD is a premium-leaning, three-door petrol hatchback, offering a compact alternative to a family car while sitting above mainstream small hatchbacks in image and cabin quality. Its rear-wheel drive layout gives it a distinctive feel among rivals such as the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf. This 116i pairs a 1.6-litre engine with 136 horsepower and a six-speed manual gearbox, making it suited to everyday commuting, errands and enjoyable weekend drives. The three-door body works best for singles, couples or smaller households who value its smart styling and engaging road manners more than easy rear-seat access. Urban Business Media trim brings useful convenience and entertainment equipment, while stop-start technology is designed to reduce fuel use in traffic. mycarcheck.com data: six checks across four VINs. Average mileage was 69,000, annual mileage 7,000, with nearly four previous keepers; average private-sale valuation was £5,700. Treat these as a snapshot, not a guarantee for any individual car.