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BMW 1 Series vs Kia XCeed comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Kia XCeed?

BMW 1 Series vs Kia XCeed: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Kia XCeed is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 29,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,223 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

XCeed

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 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, Kia XCeed is barely lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 114 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia XCeed offers somewhat more boot space – 426 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries only slightly more – 510 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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.

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
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

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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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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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BMW 1 Series
Kia XCeed

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
143 - 155 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
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
471 - 485 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
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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