Pros Fun to drive Great engine choice Expressive style Fairly spacious for being so small
Cons Price climbs fast Interior not as adventurous Costly adaptive cruise Not as interesting as it could have been
Pros Distinctive looks that hardly hurt space. Refined powertrains. Strong cornering/ride compromise. Well-executed interior
Cons Cornering isn't as much fun as you'd hope from a BMW. No AWD on the petrol version at launch.
Limited-edition Black Line variant returns
Pros Impeccably crafted, attractively designed cabin Generous passenger room Supremely quiet interior Smooth power delivery
Cons Below-average cargo capacity Relatively slow acceleration Touchpad controller is distracting to use Subpar real-world fuel economy
Pros Classy cabin Long list of standard and optional features Well-balanced ride and handling
Cons Unimpressive cargo space Cramped optional third-row seats Some distracting infotainment controls