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BMW 1 Series vs Jeep Grand Cherokee comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 380 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 85,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Jeep Grand Cherokee?

BMW 1 Series vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Jeep Grand Cherokee

  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Jeep Grand Cherokee costs 85,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,271 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Grand Cherokee uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

Grand Cherokee

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers visibly more power – delivering 380 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 80 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jeep Grand Cherokee delivers visibly more torque with 637 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 237 Nm more.

1 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is clearly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 969 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Grand Cherokee carries clearly more – 641 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series shows a few small advantages 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.

from £29,400
1 Series

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/100km
BMW 1 Series
Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 1 Series

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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Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Jeep Grand Cherokee wears its trail-ready roots proudly while wrapping them in a surprisingly civilized and upscale package, so it can tackle rough tracks and the school run with the same swagger. Inside, plush materials and intuitive tech make it a comfortable place to spend time, giving buyers a practical yet characterful SUV that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

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BMW 1 Series
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
85,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
45 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
65 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
2,434 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
520 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,968 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
380 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
637 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
280 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Jeep
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