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BMW 1 Series vs BMW 3 Series Touring - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (300 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 41100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or BMW 3 Series Touring?
1 Series
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 1 Series has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12257 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 3 Series Touring manages with 2.50 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.
3 Series Touring
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring has a convincingly edge – offering 550 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls decisively stronger with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm difference.
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1 Series
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is a bit lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1650 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers clearly perceptible more room – 500 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs evident better – up to 1510 L, which is about 310 L more than the BMW 1 Series.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring barely noticeable takes the win – 520 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Touring sits well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
BMW 1 Series
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BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 1 Series
5 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
4.3 (1 Reviews)
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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BMW 1 Series
BMW 3 Series Touring
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28800 - 51100 £
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Price
41100 - 131100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
57 - 238 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 L
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
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Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Length
4361 mm
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Length
4713 - 4714 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Width
1827 - 1918 mm
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Height
1459 mm
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Height
1440 - 1448 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
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Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
405 - 520 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
150 - 550 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
213 - 250 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
110 - 405 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BMW
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What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?
The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.