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BMW 1 Series vs Citroen C4 – Differences & prices compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether BMW 1 Series or Citroen C4 fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Citroen C4 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20600 £, while the BMW 1 Series costs 28800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8238 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Citroen C4 with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 1 Series has a clearly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 144 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Citroen C4 takes 8 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Citroen C4 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Citroen C4 is slight lighter – 1403 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Citroen C4 offers noticeable more room – 510 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C4 performs slightly better – up to 1360 L, which is about 160 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series evident takes the win – 510 kg compared to 406 kg. That’s a difference of about 104 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 1 Series shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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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Citroën C4 wears its French eccentricity with confidence, pairing bold, sculpted styling with a supremely comfortable ride that turns mundane commutes into a gentler affair. If you value relaxed comfort, clever practicality and a car with personality rather than pretence, the C4 is a charming, sensible choice — and it won't make you miss the usual hot‑hatch theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
20600 - 32000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 4.8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.3 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
354 - 427 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 - 50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1403 - 1659 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 510 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4350 - 4580 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1800 - 1834 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1520 - 1525 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1250 - 1360 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
381 - 406 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
110 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
81 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Citroen

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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.

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