BMW 1 Series vs Toyota Prius
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| BMW1 Series | ToyotaPrius | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | October 2024 | March 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| Powertrain | Mild hybrid, Petrol | Plug-in hybrid |
| Power | 168–296 bhp (better) | 220 bhp |
| 0–62 mph | 4.9–7.8 s (better) | 6.8 s |
| Top speed | 140–155 mph (better) | 109 mph |
| Engine or motors | 120: 125 kW (170 hp) and 123 xDrive: 160 kW (218 hp) petrol with 48 V mild hybrid; M135 xDrive: 221 kW (300 hp) 2.0-litre four-cylinder; bhp converted from BMW's kW figures | 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol (M20A-FXS), 150 bhp (152 DIN hp, 112 kW) at 6,000 rpm, with a 120 kW electric motor; system output 220 bhp (223 DIN hp, 164 kW); fifth-generation Toyota hybrid system; 84 mph maximum speed in electric mode |
| Torque | 280 Nm (120), 360 Nm (123 xDrive), 400 Nm (M135 xDrive) | 190 Nm (engine) at 4,400–5,200 rpm; 208 Nm (motor) |
| Gearbox | 7-speed Steptronic dual-clutch automatic | e-CVT automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive (120) or xDrive all-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Range and charging | ||
| Zero-emission range (WLTP) | – | 52 miles |
| Battery | – | 13.6 kWh |
| Economy (WLTP) | 37.2–53.3 mpg | 176.5 mpg (better) |
| Range detail | – | Electric range, WLTP combined (Toyota UK site): 52 miles (Design, 17-inch wheels), 44 miles (Excel, 19-inch wheels); launch figures were 53.4 and 44.1 miles |
| Charging | – | 3.3 kW AC on-board charger, 0–100% in about 4 hours; no DC charging |
| Efficiency | WLTP combined: 48.7–53.3 mpg (120), 44.8–47.9 mpg (123 xDrive), 34.4–37.2 mpg (M135 xDrive) | WLTP weighted combined (Toyota UK site): 176.5 mpg (Design), 134.5 mpg (Excel); 21.7–25.6 kWh/100 miles; 40-litre fuel tank. Toyota's December 2024 press specifications list 403.5–565.0 mpg |
| CO2 emissions | 121–130 g/km (120), 135–143 g/km (123 xDrive), 173–185 g/km (M135 xDrive), WLTP combined | 12–17 g/km (WLTP combined, press specifications) |
| Practicality | ||
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | – | 284 litres |
| Length | 4,361 mm | 4,599 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,782 mm |
| Weight | – | From 1,545 kg |
| Boot | 300 litres (1,135 folded) on the 120 and 123 xDrive; 380 litres (1,200 folded) on the M135 xDrive | 284 litres (VDA) |
| Towing | Up to 1,300 kg braked (120) | Towing not permitted |
| Size | 4,361 mm long, 1,800 mm wide (2,072 mm with mirrors), 1,459 mm high; 2,670 mm wheelbase; EC unladen weight including a 75 kg driver is 1,500 kg (120), 1,605 kg (123 xDrive), 1,625 kg (M135 xDrive) | 4,599 mm long, 1,782 mm wide, 1,420 mm high (1,430 mm on 19-inch wheels); 2,750 mm wheelbase; 137–144 mm ground clearance; 5.25–5.4 m turning radius (tyres); drag coefficient 0.27; kerb weight 1,545–1,610 kg |
| Tech and safety | ||
| Infotainment | – | Toyota Smart Connect+ with cloud and embedded navigation, "Hey Toyota" voice control, wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto; 7-inch digital driver's display |
| Driver assistance | – | Latest Toyota Safety Sense: Pre-Collision System, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Trace Assist, Road Sign Assist; parking sensors with obstacle, vehicle and pedestrian detection; digital rear-view mirror on Excel |
| Warranty | – | 3 years or 60,000 miles; up to 10 years or 100,000 miles with Toyota servicing |
