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Luminous Gold is an exclusive exterior color for the all-new BMW 1 Series Sedan in China. The new "halo" hexagonally-shaped headlights give the vehicle a focused look.

The class-leading panoramic sun roof, at 0.7 square meter, is the largest in segment. Tailor-made noise optimization completely reduces the rolling noise of the car wheels, air conditioning, windshield and even the car brake.

The comfort system is one of the major highlight features. BMW's highly efficient air filtration system comes standard, capable of filtering 99 percent of harmful PM 2.5 particles inside the car.

Size: 4.45 meters long, 1.8 meters wide, 1.45 meters high; 2.67 meters wheelbase

Engine: a choice of 3 and 4-cylinder engines with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology

Transmission: 6-speed automatic or 8-speed Steptronic transmission with paddle shift

Speed: accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 9.4 sec for 118i; 7.5 sec for 120i; 6.8 sec for 125i

Economy: 5.5 liters per 100 km for 118i; 6.2 liters for 120i; 6.4 liters for 125i

Comfort: BMW Start/Stop, automatic tailgate, full-color Head-Up Display

Price: 204,800 to 319,800 yuan ($46,650); financial package with down payment of more than 41,000 yuan, and over 888 yuan monthly payments

(China Daily 03/01/2017 page15)