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BMW 1 Series vs Jeep Renegade comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 240 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 26,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Jeep Renegade?

BMW 1 Series vs Jeep Renegade: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • somewhat more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Jeep Renegade

  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

1 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jeep Renegade is somewhat cheaper – starting at 26,700 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 29,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,700 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jeep Renegade uses 2.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 L/100km.

Renegade

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 1 Series offers somewhat more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 240 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Jeep Renegade takes 7.1 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

1 Series

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 terms of curb weight, Jeep Renegade is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers marginally more boot space – 380 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Jeep Renegade carries a bit more – 570 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jeep Renegade 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.

from £26,700
Renegade

Jeep Renegade

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 240 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.1 - 5.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 36 km
BMW 1 Series
Jeep Renegade

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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 Renegade

The Jeep Renegade wears its chunky, boxy looks like a badge of character, blending genuine off-road swagger with city-friendly manners so it feels at home on a muddy trail or a tight urban lane. Inside you'll find a surprisingly practical cabin with rugged touches and clever storage, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want a compact SUV with personality rather than just another anonymous crossover.

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BMW 1 Series
Jeep Renegade

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
26,700 - 39,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
36 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
48 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,770 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
330 - 351 L
Length
-
Length
4,236 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,805 mm
Height
-
Height
1,684 - 1,718 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,277 - 1,297 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
130 - 240 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
191 - 199 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 177 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,469 cm3

General

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