As such, eyebrows were raised when BMW launched the 128ti in 2020. Not only did it offer less power than the flagship M135i – which donated its engine – but it didn’t have all-wheel drive ...

Critically, this represents the first time since the late 1990s range of 3 Series Compact three-door hatchbacks that the ti, Turismo Internazionale, badge has been affixed to a BMW. So, does the 128ti ...

Unfortunately, counter to its simplified mantra, BMW will not offer a manual transmission on the 128ti, instead the only option is the Aisin eight-speed torque converter as in the M135i.

The hot hatchback arms race has seen power outputs swell to more than 400hp, once a figure reserved solely for supercars. Technology such as adaptive suspension and all-wheel drive helped keep ...

Critically, this represents the first time since the late 1990s range of 3 Series Compact three-door hatchbacks that the ti, Turismo Internazionale, badge has been affixed to a BMW. So, does the 128ti ...