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BMW 1 Series vs Honda Civic – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: BMW 1 Series meets Honda Civic.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

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.

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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 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.

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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?

The BMW 1 Series proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 1 Series is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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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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.

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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
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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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

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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 and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.