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BMW 1 Series vs Kia Ceed - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 140 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 23500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Kia Ceed?

BMW 1 Series

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Kia Ceed

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.

Kia Ceed has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23500 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 28800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Kia Ceed with 6 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

Ceed

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 140 HP. That’s roughly 160 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 Kia Ceed takes 9.50 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 253 Nm. That’s about 147 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Kia Ceed is somewhat lighter – 1298 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 167 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Ceed offers minimal more room – 395 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 1 Series barely noticeable takes the win – 510 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series 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.

BMW 1 Series
Kia Ceed

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from about £28,800
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

BMW 1 Series

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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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Kia Ceed

The Kia Ceed is a sensible, stylish hatchback that gives buyers more than they'd expect for the money, blending practical space with crisp, modern looks. It drives with measured confidence and comes loaded with user-friendly kit, so you can enjoy daily life behind the wheel without breaking into a sweat.

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BMW 1 Series
Kia Ceed

Costs and Consumption

Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
23500 - 26300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
137 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1298 - 1372 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
357 - 395 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
-
Width
1800 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
478 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
100 - 140 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.5 - 13.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
172 - 253 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
74 - 103 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1482 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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.