BMW 1 Series 120 vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e 7.2 s Runner-up: 7.8 s
Power winner Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e 196 hp Runner-up: 170 hp
Cargo winner BMW 1 Series 120 380 L Runner-up: 299 L
Price winner Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e $31,860 Runner-up: $38,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 against the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e. Both belong to the hatchback class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 7.2 seconds, compared with 7.8 seconds for 2025 BMW 1 Series 120. 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the higher listed output at 196 hp; 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 is rated at 170 hp, a difference of 26 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 at 280 Nm and 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e at 187 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower recorded consumption at 4.2 L/100km; 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 is listed at 6.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BMW 1 Series 120 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 380 litres versus 299 litres, a difference of 81 litres. 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is 239 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower listed starting price at $31,860, compared with $38,800 for 2025 BMW 1 Series 120. 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification BMW 1 Series 1202025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.8 s7.2 s
Top Speed230 km/h180 km/h
Power170 hp196 hp
Torque280 Nm187 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank49 L43 L
Efficiency6.8 L/100km4.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions155 g/km96 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,361 mm4,600 mm
Ground Clearance136 mm142 mm
Cargo380 L299 L
Curb Weight1,420 kg1,440 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.0 m10.4 m
Starting MSRP$38,800$31,860

BMW 1 Series 120 vs Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 7.2 seconds, versus 7.8 seconds for 2025 BMW 1 Series 120.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 BMW 1 Series 120 has the higher listed top speed at 230 km/h (143 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has more power at 196 hp, a 26 hp advantage over 2025 BMW 1 Series 120.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 BMW 1 Series 120 has more listed cargo space at 380 litres (13.4 cu ft), versus 299 litres (10.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e is heavier at 1,440 kg (3,175 lb), while 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 is listed at 1,420 kg (3,131 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $31,860 USD, compared with $38,800 USD for 2025 BMW 1 Series 120. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 BMW 1 Series 120 or the 2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e?

2025 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.