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BMW 1 Series vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 213,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?

BMW 1 Series vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • marginally lighter

McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 28,800 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 184,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 400 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 720 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, BMW 1 Series is marginally lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,498 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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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
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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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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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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BMW 1 Series
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,361 mm
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
McLaren
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