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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs BMW 1 Series comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 29,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or BMW 1 Series?

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs BMW 1 Series: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • very slightly more efficient
  • moderately more trunk space
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BMW 1 Series

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  • slightly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 is slightly cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe costs 32,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW 1 Series with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

1 Series

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

Both models deliver identical power – 300 HP each.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 4.9 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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 only slightly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers moderately more boot space – 430 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries barely more – 510 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 1 Series holds a slight edge 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
1 Series

BMW 1 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 1 Series

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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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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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 1 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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
110 - 170 g/km
co2
112 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
475 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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