The entry point into BMW's lineup is now front-wheel drive. So the new car may have lost the old one's unique selling point, but is the new one still everything you'd expect from the 'Ultimate Driving Machine'?
Of course, the drive layout isn't the only thing that has courted controversy with the new 1 Series, watch to see what our testers think about the new car's looks!
There's now of course, 381 litres of boot space thanks to the new drive layout, but it looks like there still isn't enough depth to pass our auntie trolley test!
And there is also increased space in the rear, but is it enough for three?
Can you guess what Jon's pet peeve about this car is from this picture?
Watch the full video to find out what the two think about the baby Beemer!