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BMW 1 Series vs Vauxhall Movano comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 41,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Vauxhall Movano?

BMW 1 Series vs Vauxhall Movano: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Vauxhall Movano

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

1 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 1 Series is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Vauxhall Movano costs 41,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,596 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Vauxhall Movano with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

Movano

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 marginally more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 279 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Movano delivers slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 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.

Seats: Vauxhall Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is significantly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 685 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries significantly more – 2,020 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,510 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Movano stands out in the key areas 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 £41,000
Movano

Vauxhall Movano

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 km
BMW 1 Series
Vauxhall Movano

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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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Vauxhall Movano

The Opel Movano is the no-nonsense workhorse that combines practicality with a calm, dependable presence on the road, designed to make hauling and daily chores feel almost effortless. Comfortable enough for long shifts and flexible enough to suit tradespeople, couriers or weekend DIY heroes, it’s built to be useful first and flashy never.

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BMW 1 Series
Vauxhall Movano

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
41,000 - 58,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
590 - 2,020 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
140 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
350 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
103 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
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