BMW is revamping its current line-up with facelifts and mid-life updates. It started with the 3 and 4-Series earlier this year. The 2-Series Active Tourer was next in line for the update as seen in our spy shots. Now we have the current 1-Series hatchback, which was recently spotted undergoing a minor cosmetic update before the new generation hatchback is launched in 2019.
The 1-Series spotted at BMW’s headquarters in Munich was wearing a little camouflage to hide the small tweaks on the grille and the inner lighting signatures of headlights and tail lamps. Similar to the update done to the 2-Series Active Tourer, the new 1 Series is expected to receive a LED treatment as currently followed by the entire BMW range. We expect the facelift to include an updated cabin, new upholstery and fancy alloy wheels.
In typical BMW fashion, the visual difference in the refurbished will require a keen eye to be distinguished. The powertrain will remain untouched but expect a slight improvement in the efficiency. The updated 1 Series would arrive later this year to keep interests engaged before the next generation hatchback is launched in 2019.
