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BMW 1 Series vs SERES 5 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or SERES 5?

BMW 1 Series vs SERES 5: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

SERES 5

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

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the SERES 5 costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,905 £.

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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 SERES 5 offers considerably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 285 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SERES 5 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SERES 5 delivers clearly more torque with 940 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.

1 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is significantly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 2,360 kg. The difference is around 895 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers only slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 367 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries noticeably more – 510 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SERES 5 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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SERES 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 430 km
BMW 1 Series
SERES 5

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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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SERES 5

The Seres 5 carves a convincing niche in the crowded compact crossover market with bold styling and a surprisingly upscale cabin that feels larger than its footprint suggests. It’s an easy, fuss-free choice for shoppers after modern EV practicality and sensible running costs, delivered with a friendly personality that won’t try to outshine more expensive rivals.

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BMW 1 Series
SERES 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
430 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
2,360 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
367 L
Length
4,361 mm
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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