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BMW 1 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 78,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Land Rover Range Rover Sport?

BMW 1 Series vs Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially 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:

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

BMW 1 Series is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 78,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,243 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.

Range Rover Sport

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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers substantially more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 250 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 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 2,390 kg. The difference is around 925 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers substantially more boot space – 647 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries visibly more – 830 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 320 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 £78,600
Range Rover Sport

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 249 - 550 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 118 km
BMW 1 Series
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

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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 Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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BMW 1 Series
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
78,600 - 129,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
60 - 259 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
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
647 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
2,043 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
641 - 830 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol 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
249 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Land Rover
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