Compare performance (300 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or McLaren Super Series Roadster?
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 significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 245,485 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the McLaren Super Series Roadster with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.
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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers significantly more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 450 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: BMW 1 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is marginally lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 27 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers clearly more boot space – 380 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 322 L.
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.
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.
detailsThe McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers the kind of razor-sharp performance and open-air drama that makes every twisty road feel like a private racetrack. It wraps jaw-dropping pace, cutting-edge design and surprisingly everyday usability into one impossibly exotic package — ideal for buyers who crave supercar theatrics while still needing something they can use on a weekend away.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
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Price
274,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
276 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
49 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
58 L
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Length
4,361 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
2,161 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
750 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
552 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
McLaren
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