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BMW 1 Series vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 24,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Renault Symbioz?

BMW 1 Series vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Symbioz

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Renault Symbioz is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,700 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 29,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,672 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Renault Symbioz with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Symbioz

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 significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 142 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

1 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Symbioz is marginally lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,465 kg. The difference is around 106 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers noticeably more boot space – 576 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 196 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries marginally more – 510 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 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.

from £29,400
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 Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz is a forward-looking concept car that imagines a seamless link between vehicle and home, pairing a lounge-like cabin with striking, futuristic styling. More idea than production plan, it showcases Renault's vision for connected, autonomous and sustainable mobility while provoking debate about how we will live and travel.

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BMW 1 Series
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
24,700 - 31,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
102 - 136 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
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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