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BMW 1 Series vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 92500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Chevrolet Corvette Coupe?

BMW 1 Series vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • significantly cheaper
  • convincingly more efficient
  • to a small extent lighter
  • slight more trunk space

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • convincingly quicker from 0–100 km/h

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 1 Series has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe costs 92500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63685 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with 12.60 L. The difference is about 8.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe has a clearly edge – offering 680 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.90 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Chevrolet Corvette Coupe pulls convincingly stronger with 806 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 406 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: BMW 1 Series offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is to a small extent lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1730 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers slight more room – 380 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 23 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series convincingly takes the win – 510 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 260 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series is clearly superior overall 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
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

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BMW 1 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 7.6 L

BMW 1 Series

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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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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

The Corvette is a head-turning American sports car that pairs sculpted, aggressive looks with a cockpit built for driving enjoyment, complete with a thunderous soundtrack that refuses to be ignored. It delivers near-supercar thrills without the fuss of exotic ownership, making it a tantalizing pick for buyers who want performance and personality in one package.

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BMW 1 Series
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
92500 - 156300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
289 - 377 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1730 - 1907 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
-
Width
1800 mm
Width
1934 - 2025 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
193 - 250 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
5460 - 6162 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Chevrolet
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.