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BMW 1 Series vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or VW ID.5?

BMW 1 Series

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VW ID.5

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 8031 £.

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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 VW ID.5 has a slightly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 40 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is clearly perceptible lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 498 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers noticeable more room – 549 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 169 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs distinct better – up to 1561 L, which is about 361 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 barely noticeable takes the win – 549 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW ID.5 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.

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VW ID.5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.7 - 16.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 363 - 559 km
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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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VW ID.5

VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
36800 - 48400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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
5
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
549 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4582 - 4599 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1852 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1601 - 1618 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1561 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
517 - 549 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW

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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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