I have a 2017 116d courtesy car - 1.5 3cyl 116bhp/270nm.
It's good to drive, much better than the previous 4cyl 116d which was basically a detuned 118d/120d and felt as though it was being held back. The 3cyl engine is punchy between 1500 and 3000rpm, free revving and pretty refined to well over 4000 rpm, and there is little point in revving it higher despite the redline being at 5400, pretty high for a diesel. Although the 6th gear is about 41mph/1000, and 70mph is only 1700rpm, it doesn't really feel over geared, though 5th is really better than 6th under 60mph.
This car is "Sport" spec and has a few extras that perhaps improve the experience though the underlying BMW trade mark steering feel and general sharpness on the road is there.
I am a bit anti diesel these days and wasn't that impressed when the dealer handed me the keys though it's exceeded my expectations.
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