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BMW 1 Series vs Skoda Kamiq – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Skoda Kamiq?

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.

Skoda Kamiq has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21700 £, while the BMW 1 Series costs 28800 £. That’s a price difference of around 7089 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 1 Series manages with 4.30 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.30 L. The difference is about 1 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 1 Series has a convincingly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.10 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs a bit better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Skoda Kamiq tops out at 216 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 1 Series pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is to a small extent lighter – 1231 kg compared to 1465 kg. The difference is around 234 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kamiq offers slight more room – 400 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kamiq performs to a small extent better – up to 1395 L, which is about 195 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kamiq minimal takes the win – 539 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 29 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 1 Series shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £28,800
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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

BMW 1 Series

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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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Skoda Kamiq

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The Skoda Kamiq is a neatly packaged city crossover that pairs practical space with unshowy, thoughtful design. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and full of clever details that make daily driving feel intelligently sorted rather than flashy.

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BMW 1 Series
Skoda Kamiq
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Costs and Consumption

Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
21700 - 31900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1231 - 1340 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4241 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1793 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1562 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1395 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
183 - 216 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?

The BMW 1 Series is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.