Compare performance (130 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (25,700 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Kangoo or BMW 1 Series?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Renault Kangoo is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,700 £ , while the BMW 1 Series costs 28,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,086 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Kangoo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 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 clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 1 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Renault Kangoo takes 11.6 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 1 Series is considerably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo tops out at 135 km/h. The difference is around 115 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 1 Series delivers visibly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault Kangoo offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is marginally lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,489 kg. The difference is around 24 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Renault Kangoo offers considerably more boot space – 950 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Kangoo offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,050 L, about 1,850 L more than the BMW 1 Series.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo carries slightly more – 610 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 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 Renault Kangoo is the pragmatic chameleon of small vans, marrying van-like practicality with carlike comfort and a cheerful, friendly face that suits both family runs and workday hauls. It's sensible, versatile and annoyingly useful — easy to live with, cheap to run and clever where it counts, so you get more space and fewer compromises than the price suggests.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
25,700 - 36,200 £
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Price
28,800 - 51,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
20.2 - 21.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
278 - 285 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 168 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
49 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,489 - 2,041 kg
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Trunk capacity
500 - 950 L
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Length
4,486 - 4,911 mm
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Length
4,361 mm
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Width
1,860 - 1,919 mm
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Width
1,800 mm
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Height
1,838 - 1,869 mm
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
2,500 - 3,050 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,135 - 1,200 L
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Payload
459 - 610 kg
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
95 - 130 HP
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 16.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Max Speed
130 - 135 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
240 - 270 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
70 - 96 kW
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
BMW
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