Compare the Renault 5 E-Tech vs BMW 1 Series
AI generated from our expert reviews
On twisty roads, both the Renault 5 E-Tech and the BMW 1 Series tackle corners without body roll, assisted by quick, responsive steering. Inside, the Renault features a bank of physical climate controls beneath the screen that is much easier to use than all-screen setups. In contrast, the BMW relies on touchscreen climate controls that are irritating to use on the move and prone to a miss-press. Passengers in the rear of the BMW enjoy two USB-C ports for charging devices, whereas the Renault has no USB-C slots in the back. Practicalities also set the pair apart: the BMW 1 Series is longer, can tow more, has a bigger boot, and provides more room with the back seats folded.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Tow hitch
A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.
Key information
| Body type Hatchbacks | Body type Hatchbacks |
| Available fuel types Electric | Available fuel types Petrol |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 277 litres (2 suitcases) | Boot space, seats up 300 litres (2 suitcases) Best |
| Boot space, seats down 959 litres | Boot space, seats down 1,135 litres Best |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 3,922 mm x 1,774 mm x 1,498 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,361 mm x 1,800 mm x 1,459 mm |
| Towing capacity 500 kg | Towing capacity 1,300 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £10 Best | First year tax rate £455 |
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size 40 kWh | Battery size — |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 90kW Urban Range 40kWh Auto | Engine name 120 Step Auto |
| Engine size Electric • 120 BHP | Engine size 1.5 L Petrol • 156 BHP |
| Body type Hatchbacks | Body type Hatchbacks |
| Fuel type Electric | Fuel type Petrol |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Front wheel drive |
| Forward gears 1 | Forward gears 7 |
| Acceleration 9.0 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 7.8 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size 40 kWh | Battery size — |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 277 litres | Boot (seats up) 300 litres Best |
| Boot (seats down) 959 litres | Boot (seats down) 1,135 litres Best |
| Length 3,922 mm | Length 4,361 mm |
| Width 1,774 mm | Width 1,800 mm |
| Height 1,498 mm | Height 1,459 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.54 m | Wheelbase 2.67 m |
| Turning circle 10.3 m | Turning circle 11.7 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.