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BMW 1 Series vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

BMW 1 Series vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • substantially more power
  • slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • noticeably cheaper

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.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is noticeably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,360 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Kangoo Compact Van

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 substantially more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 178 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 1 Series is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 74 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 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 barely lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,493 kg. The difference is around 28 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers significantly more capacity – up to 4,900 L, about 3,700 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries clearly more – 901 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 391 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series is decisively ahead 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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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
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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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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Renault Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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BMW 1 Series
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,361 mm
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
498 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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