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BMW 1 Series vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (28800 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or VW Passat?

BMW 1 Series

5 (1 Reviews)
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VW Passat

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 1 Series has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the VW Passat costs 35700 £. That’s a price difference of around 6934 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Passat manages with 1.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.30 L. The difference is about 3.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 1 Series has a minimal edge – offering 300 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the performs better – reaching , while the tops out at . The difference is around .

There’s also a difference in torque: pulls stronger with compared to . That’s about difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 1 Series is minimal lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1573 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers decisively more room – 690 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 310 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs evident better – up to 1920 L, which is about 720 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slightly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 67 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Passat proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Passat is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Passat

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 8 L
  • Electric Range : 124 - 135 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 Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1465 - 1625 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
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CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
BMW
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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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