Originally posted by doctorsmoothluv
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The Mini is very different from BMWs (in name, FWD, styling, etc.), but would be the same size as a 1-series, and probably only a few grand cheaper. I guess that's why BMW is only going to be offering six cylinder models here--four cylinders would probably canibalize Mini sales. However, that puts the 1-series at an automatic disadvantage; a lot of people who'd buy a 1 would probably be enthusiasts like us, who'd rather have a lighter, more basic package.
I guess time will tell. Premium hatchbacks (with the exception of the Mini) don't do well over here--the 318ti and the MB C class hatch (can't remember what the hell it was called) both bombed over here. Maybe the 1 will have better luck--it's certainly more distinctive and unique than those two models were.
BTW, this is the 1 I'd really like to see:
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