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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs BMW 1 Series comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or BMW 1 Series?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs BMW 1 Series: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • visibly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space

BMW 1 Series

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  • substantially cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • a bit lighter

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 1 Series is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe costs 45,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,885 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

1 Series

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 4 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is a bit lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,290 L, about 90 L more than the BMW 1 Series.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries barely more – 510 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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.

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4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 1 Series

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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 4 Series Gran Coupe
BMW 1 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 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
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
112 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
49 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
Length
4,783 mm
Length
4,361 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,442 mm
Height
1,459 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
Payload
480 kg
Payload
475 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
BMW
Brand
BMW
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