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BMW 1 Series vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports comparison
Compare performance (300 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Toyota Corolla Touring Sports?
BMW 1 Series vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports: Key differences
1 Series
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 1 Series is barely cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 248 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.
Corolla Touring Sports
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 offers significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 122 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 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.
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 marginally lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,485 kg. The difference is around 20 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports offers noticeably more boot space – 596 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries a bit more – 510 kg compared to 440 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 1 Series 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.
from £29,400
BMW 1 Series
BMW 1 Series
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
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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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Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
The Toyota Corolla Touring Sports is a sensible yet stylish estate that blends everyday practicality with Toyota's trademark reliability, making it the kind of car that quietly gets on with family life without drama. Inside it's cleverly packaged for luggage and kids' gear and feels calm and comfortable on the road — sensible rather than flashy, but with enough character to make daily drives more enjoyable.
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BMW 1 Series
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
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Price
29,600 - 36,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
100 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
43 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Curb weight
1,485 - 1,515 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
581 - 596 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,650 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
1,790 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,435 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,591 - 1,606 L
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
400 - 440 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
140 - 178 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
103 - 131 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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