Compare performance (180 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (43,100 £ vs 29,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or BMW 1 Series?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Citroen Holidays costs 43,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,748 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen Holidays with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.
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 offers visibly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 120 HP more horsepower.
Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 1 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is considerably lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 2,338 kg. The difference is around 873 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Citroen Holidays carries noticeably more – 762 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 252 kg.
The BMW 1 Series stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The Citroën Holidays wraps the brand's cheerful French charm into a holiday-ready package, with cosy, flexible interiors and styling that makes every errand feel like the start of a mini break. It won't thrill the petrolhead, but as a clever, easygoing companion for family getaways and weekend escapes it delivers exactly what most buyers want: comfort, personality and a mischievous sense of fun.
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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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Price
43,100 - 45,700 £
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Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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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
185 - 192 g/km
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,338 - 2,368 kg
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
2,010 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
732 - 762 kg
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 180 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
370 - 400 Nm
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
110 - 132 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
BMW
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