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BMW 1 Series vs VW Tiguan – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: BMW 1 Series meets VW Tiguan.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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.

BMW 1 Series has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 28800 £, while the VW Tiguan costs 32800 £. That’s a price difference of around 3985 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.30 L. The difference is about 2.90 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 barely noticeable 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 noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 1 Series performs slight better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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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, BMW 1 Series is hardly perceptible lighter – 1465 kg compared to 1599 kg. The difference is around 134 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers decisively more room – 652 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1650 L, which is about 450 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, VW Tiguan hardly perceptible takes the win – 533 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Tiguan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Tiguan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,800
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VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km

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 Tiguan

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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
28800 - 51100 £
Price
32800 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
112 - 173 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
49 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 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
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4361 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1800 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1459 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
1135 - 1200 L
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
475 - 510 kg
Payload
460 - 533 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
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 - 242 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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.