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BMW 1 Series vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Toyota Prius?

BMW 1 Series vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

BMW 1 Series

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • substantially more efficient
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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 markedly cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,063 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

Prius

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 BMW 1 Series offers markedly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

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 slightly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers clearly more boot space – 380 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

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

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is far ahead overall 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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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 Prius

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
-
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the BMW 1 Series?

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

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