Refining Performance: A Look at the 2025 BMW 1-Series

The 2025 BMW 1 Series represents the ultimate embodiment of driving pleasure, returning in its fourth generation with enhanced features. With a bold design, a revamped drive portfolio, and cutting-edge chassis technology, the new 1 Series solidifies its position as the sportiest option in the premium compact segment.



The Classic BMW Look on a New Level

The exterior design captures attention with its dynamic front end and iconic BMW proportions—long bonnet, well-placed passenger cell, and a flowing roofline contribute to its sporty appearance. Slightly larger than its predecessor, the new model measures 4,361 mm in length and 1,800 mm in width, with a height of 1,459 mm, enhancing both presence and practicality.

The lower profile and forward-leaning BMW grille creates a bold front appearance for this new series. While standard LED headlights with striking vertical elements and optional adaptive features further highlight its sporty appeal. The side profile showcases a dynamic wedge shape, with a high-gloss Shadow Line and a sleek roof spoiler emphasising its streamlined design.

An Engaging Driving Experience

Unique interior touches include a fully digital cockpit and the latest iDrive 8 system, offering drivers a customizable and intuitive driving experience. The cabin is adorned with high-quality finishes like leather upholstery, brushed aluminium accents, and ambient lighting, creating an upscale environment for both the driver and the passengers.

A Lot Going On Under The Bonnet

Under the hood, the 2025 1-Series offers a variety of engine options, from the efficient 1.5-liter 3-cylinder engine in the 118i, delivering 115 kW, to the high-performance M135 xDrive, boasting a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with 232 kW. The latter accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds, offering thrilling performance for those seeking a sportier drive.

All derivatives are equipped with cutting-edge driver assistance systems, ensuring both safety and convenience on every journey. Fuel efficiency remains a key feature across the range, with advanced engines offering a balance of performance and economy. With pricing for the 118i starting from R705,000 and the M135 xDrive from R969,000, the 2025 BMW 1-Series brings luxury, performance, and technology to the compact hatchback market. Whether for urban commuting or spirited driving, this latest 1-Series has something to offer every type of driver.

Available in a range of colours, including unique BMW Individual finishes and an optional contrasting roof, the 2025 BMW 1 Series offers customization to reflect your personal style. Set to launch in October 2024, this model is poised to continue BMW’s 20-year legacy. Experience the future of driving with the new BMW 1 Series.

Transforming Lives: SMG BMW Constantia and SMG Partner with U-Turn for “Night on the Street”

On May 18, 2024, SMG BMW Constantia proudly partnered with U-Turn Homeless Ministries and SMG to host the impactful “Night on the Street” fundraiser. This event was designed to raise awareness and funds to address homelessness in our community, bringing together staff, volunteers, business leaders, and community members for a night of solidarity and support.

A Night of Compassion and Action

The evening began at the BMW Constantia dealership, where participants received welcome packs, including a warm beanie, comfort blanket, and water bottle. Throughout the night, participants heard moving stories from U-Turn champions, gaining a poignant glimpse into the realities faced by the homeless.

To emulate the daily challenges of the homeless, participants sorted plastic bottle tops to earn meal vouchers, reflecting the efforts needed to secure food and shelter at U-Turn service centres. This hands-on activity, coupled with the experience of sleeping on cardboard boxes even just for one night, offered a deeper understanding of the hardships faced by those living on the streets.

Fundraising Success and Community Support

Thanks to the collective effort, the event successfully raised R650k, with a target to reach R1 million. Generous sponsors contributed to the event’s success, providing meals, comfort items, and security to ensure a safe and meaningful experience for all involved.

Highlights included:

– Ryan Richens, CEO of Copper Collection – Patina Restaurant: Provided participant meals.

– Khalil Gangraker, Owner of Pickers Meat Market and Butcher’s Wife Restaurant: Breakfast sponsor.

– Joy Oldale, SUPAQUICK Diep River: Provided soup for participants and the shelter.

– Mr. Mohammed, OSMANS: Supplied comfort blankets and hot water bottles.

– Coin Security: Ensured safety throughout the event.

 

                                                        

 

Moving Forward Together

BMW Constantia and SMG are honoured to have been part of this transformative experience and remain committed to supporting U-Turn Homeless Ministries. This event was not just about raising funds but also about fostering a deeper understanding and empathy towards the homeless community.
We encourage everyone to continue supporting U-Turn’s initiatives. Whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness, every effort counts. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by homelessness.

For more information on how you can get involved, please visit U-Turn’s website: U-Turn Homeless Ministries (https://www.homeless.org.za)

Stay updated with event details and future initiatives on our social media pages:

BMW Constantia:

– [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/BMWConstantia)
– [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bmwconstantia)

U-Turn Homeless Ministries:

– [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/UTurnHomelessMinistries)
– [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/uturnsa)

 

 

SMG Shines at BMW SA Group Excellence Awards 2024

On March 3rd, 2024, SMG marked a significant achievement at The Capital Zimbali Resort, where the BMW SA Group Excellence Awards recognized the best in automotive retail and customer service across South Africa. SMG dealerships received several accolades, highlighting their commitment to excellence in sales and customer support.

Top Honours for SMG Dealerships

BMW Ballito secured the Best Retailer in Sales Award BMW, demonstrating outstanding sales performance.
BMW Umhlanga was awarded the Best Dealer in Customer Support Award, for exceptional customer service.

Additional Recognitions Across the SMG Network

Several other SMG dealerships were acknowledged for their excellence:

– BMW Richards Bay took 2nd place in Retailer of the Year BMW.

– MINI Cape Town City received 2nd place in Retailer of the Year MINI.

– BMW Constantia and MINI Tygervalley both achieved 3rd place in the Best Retailer in Sales Award for BMW and MINI, respectively.

– MINI Tygervalley and MINI Cape Town City were recognised in the Best Retailer in Financial Services Award MINI, securing 2nd and 3rd places.

– BMW Durban City and BMW Richards Bay shared 2nd place, while MINI Umhlanga took 3rd in the Best Dealer in Customer Support Award for BMW and MINI.

These awards reflect the hard work and dedication of the SMG team, emphasising our continuous effort to lead in customer satisfaction and service excellence. We remain committed to delivering premium experiences to our customers, ensuring SMG’s position at the forefront of motor retailing in South Africa.

We thank our customers for their trust and loyalty and our staff for their dedication and hard work. Together, we continue to strive for excellence and look forward to achieving even greater success in the future.

SMG excels at the 2022 BMW and MINI Dealership Awards.

At the annual BMW & MINI Dealer Awards held recently at Sun City, Mpumalanga, SMG BMW and MINI dealerships were recognized for excellence in various sales, finance and service areas.

Among the numerous accolades, SMG BMW Cape Town City received the most prestigious award of all, being named the BMW Dealer of the Year closely followed by SMG Ballito in 2nd place and notably there was a 3rd place finish for SMG Tygervalley in the MINI Dealer of the Year section.

















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Between the BMW and MINI marques, this is the 11th time in SMG’s relatively short history that our teams have won the coveted Dealer of The Year title, illustrating the true commitment to performance excellence and customer satisfaction which have both become hallmarks of the SMG Experience.

Other awards and recognitions achieved by SMG on the evening were:

BMW Tygervalley – 2nd Place, BMW Aftersales Retailer of the Year 2022 (Large Dealership Category)
BMW Ballito – 2nd Place, BMW Aftersales Retailer of the Year 2022 (Small & Medium Dealership Category)
BMW Richards Bay – 3rd Place, BMW Aftersales Retailer of the Year 2022
MINI Tygervalley – 2nd Place, MINI Aftersales Retailer of the Year 2022
MINI Umhlanga – 2nd Place, MINI Financial Services Retailer of the Year 2022
BMW Constantia – 3rd Place, BMW Financial Services Retailer of the Year 2022

Congratulations to all the above dealerships on their incredible achievements whilst we look forward to another exciting year for our BMW & MINI dealerships.

SMG BMW A1 PADEL Tournament

Recently the SMG BMW Western Cape dealerships proudly sponsored the A1Padel Payspace Master as it took place for the second year in a row against a stunning Camp’s Bay backdrop.

The tournament drew in a multitude of fans who were excited to witness the best local and international players battle it out on the court. SMG BMW matched the outstanding flair of the players by showcasing the sleek and sophisticated new BMW 7 series.

The 32-game event took place over several days and included an opening festival with live music and entertainment for all ages. The thrilling final saw Juani De Pascual and Gonzalo Alfonso being crowned champions, with 18 year old De Pascual being named the youngest player in history to win a title A1 Padel.









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The new BMW 7-series. The ultimate premium driving experience.

For years, the BMW 7-series was considered the ultimate vehicle for anyone wanting supreme luxury and space in the most dynamic driving package. The 2023 7-series builds on this heritage to create the most luxurious and advanced ultra-grand sedan ever made.

With an overall length of 5.39m (131mm more than the outgoing model), space and comfort is more than generous and the exterior details, like Swarovski crystal headlights, a kidney grille with illuminated surrounds, dynamic lighting with graphical projections and 19-inch alloy wheels or larger mean that road presence is taken to another level.




As you’d expect, the interior is a showcase of luxury with exclusivity heightened by fine wood or carbon trim finishes and a selection of four interior colours and front armrest heaters. Technology comes to the fore with a panoramic glass roof, Bowers & Wilkins surround sound with speakers integrated into the headrests, a 12.3-inch driver’s display, a 14.9-inch infotainment unit, parking assist, steering and lane control assist, active navigation, automatic speed limit assist, route monitoring, traffic light recognition, lane change assist, and a manoeuvre assistant.

And for the ultimate in-car entertainment experience, buyers can opt for the 31.3 inch 8K theatre screen that folds down from the roof at the rear.




In-line with the electric strategy of BMW, the new 7-series will add a fully electric version to the range- the i7. Powered by a 101.7kWh battery delivering a staggering 745Nm between each wheel, the i7 will be able to sprint to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds and continue to a top speed of 240km/h.

Expected pricing for the new 7 Series is as follows:

• BMW 740i –               R2,160,000
• BMW 740d xDrive – R2,280,000
• BMW i7 xDrive60 –   R2,825,000

Customers will also have the option of adding the M Sport Package, for an additional R75,000 or the M Sport Package Pro for an extra R115,000.

Find out more at one of our 8 BMW dealerships countrywide or visit smg.co.za.







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Medi Response is powered by SMG Ballito

When your life depends on it, a responsive, professional emergency medical service is essential in getting you the help you need- quickly. SMG Ballito recently became the mobility partners for Medi Response, one of South Africa’s most trusted EMS companies.

With a proven track record and extensive operational capacity in Southern Africa, Medi Response are leading the way in EMS services as well as search and rescue operations.

Led by North Coast local, Paul Herbst, this dynamic team have grown in strength thanks to their community support, responsiveness and hi-tech approach to emergency medical support.






SMG Ballito dealer principal, Darren Staats said, “As a community focussed dealership, our aim is always to support brands and companies that add value to our local area, and Medical Response does that phenomenal well. Mobility is one of the most important aspects of any EMS team, so taking that burden off their shoulders is something that SMG Ballito is more than happy to assist with.”

Whether a medical emergency, an accident, or an incident requiring rescue, Medi Response, with the assistance of SMG Ballito will be able to ensure quality medical care anywhere in KZN, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.


Electric mobility comes to the BMW X3

The launch of the BMW iX3 brings electric mobility to the heart of the X series with the ever-familiar shape of the X3, now powered by a 210kW electric motor.Fans of the locally-built X3 will feel at home with subtle exterior changes like the closed grille, aerodynamic wheels and discrete iX3 badging. Inside, the cabin gets unique styling touches like a blue start/stop button and blue detailing on the gear selector. It seems BMW has intentionally retained familiarity as opposed to dramatic styling changes that denote all-electrification, either way, the iX3 will appeal to existing X3 owners who are trying to make the move to emission-free driving pleasure.

Powering the iX3 is an electric motor that pushes 210kW and 400Nm through the back wheels, for a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.8 seconds with power consumption of around 18.9 – 21.6 kWh/100 km, giving the vehicle a range of 440-505 km, it is perfectly suitable to the urban commute as well as longer drives. A fast charge feature also gives the iX3 the ability to gain a 100km range charge in around 10 minutes.
Pricing for the BMW iX3 M Sport starts at R1 290 000.

SMG BMW expands it’s presence in Cape Town

It is now even easier for BMW and MINI fans in Cape Town to enjoy the SMG experience with the addition of two exhilarating dealerships to the SMG stable. Last week, SMG welcomed BMW & MINI Constantia as well as BMW & MINI Cape Town City into the Group, following in the footsteps of the already existing Cape Town dealerships- BMW Century City and BMW & MINI Tygervalley

Both dealerships come equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience with the Constantia dealership led by Dealer Principal Matthew James, a brand veteran with over 20 years in the business. BMW Cape Town City is led by the dynamic Ryan Reeder, a long-time SMG team member with a reputation for excellence.

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“We are extremely proud of the trust that Capetonians have shown in the SMG brand. Our current dealerships have shown immense growth, and we have our local community to thank for this,” said Ryan Reeder.

In addition to a full service offering, SMG can now also offer an additional ARC (Approved Repair Centre) facility in the Western Cape to go along with the already existing BMW & MINI Tygervalley Approved Repair Centre.

Contact BMW & MINI Cape Town City on 021 401 7700 or BMW & MINI Constantia on 021 670 1100.

The AC Schnitzer Program for the new BMW 3 Series.

Dynamics, emotions and performance – BMW passes these attributes on to its 3 series over model series generations. In the current 7th generation, the BMW 3 series once again lives up to its reputation of being the most sporty saloon in the mid-size class. The latest 3 series is even more powerful, efficient and individual thanks to innovations from AC Schnitzer.

They say a BMW only becomes your BMW when you personalise it and this is where the team at AC Schnitzer excel. With performance upgrades and aerodynamic enhancers like front spoiler elements, front splitter, side skirts, rear roof spoiler, rear spoiler, rear skirt protection foil, sports rear silencer with 2 tailpipes “Sport” chromed each side and light alloy wheels in Anthracite, your BMW 3 Series G20 can become as unique as you are.

As the sole importer and distributor of AC Schnitzer range of products in Africa, SMG is geared to create the bespoke BMW or MINI that best personifies you. Take your BMW to the next level, contact Brian Daniel at SMG Umhlanga today.

E-mail: brian.daniel@smg.co.za

or call 031 502 9800.

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