Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
EspañaVS
BMW 1 Series vs Honda Civic - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (300 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 32500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Honda Civic?
1 Series
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 1 Series has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £ , while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3685 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Honda Civic with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
Civic
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 evident edge – offering 300 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs distinct better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Honda Civic tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls evident stronger with 400 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.
Ad · Affiliate
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
1 Series
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is barely noticeable lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1517 kg. The difference is around 52 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Honda Civic offers barely noticeable more room – 410 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Honda Civic performs minimal better – up to 1220 L, which is about 20 L more than the BMW 1 Series.
When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series evident takes the win – 510 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 113 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 1 Series holds a decisive overall lead 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
Honda Civic
Costs and Consumption
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Engine and Performance
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
Dimensions and Body
View detailed analysis
View detailed analysis
from about £28,800
BMW 1 Series
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.
details
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.
details
BMW 1 Series
Honda Civic
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
28800 - 51100 £
|
Price
32500 - 35500 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
|
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
-
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
112 - 173 g/km
|
co2
108 - 114 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
5
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
|
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
|
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
|
|
Length
4361 mm
|
Length
4560 mm
|
|
Width
1800 mm
|
Width
1890 mm
|
|
Height
1459 mm
|
Height
1408 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
|
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
|
|
Payload
475 - 510 kg
|
Payload
348 - 397 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
|
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
|
Transmission Detail
CVT
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
|
Power HP
184 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
|
|
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
|
Max Speed
180 km/h
|
|
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
|
Torque
315 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
|
Power kW
135 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
|
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2024
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
|
|
Brand
BMW
|
Brand
Honda
|
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.