Motor Trend - First Test: 2008 BMW 128i

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We're all clamoring about the 135i, but can you blame us? The surprising power delivery and cornering capability of the BMW make it hard not to. But while the 135i is the focal point of the 1 Series offerings in the U.S., the 128i is the more sensible sibling with similar attitude. We were impressed by the 128i when we first drove it and now that we've tested the cheapest BMW available, we can show you how it stacks up against the competition and its twin-turbocharged brother.

2008 BMW 1 Series - First test of the 2008 BMW 128i - Motor Trend


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