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BMW 1 Series vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

BMW 1 Series vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Discovery Sport

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 269 HP. That’s roughly 31 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers visibly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 140 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, BMW 1 Series is clearly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 484 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more boot space – 780 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 400 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably 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 leads convincingly 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
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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BMW 1 Series
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
95 - 187 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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
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