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Aiways U5 vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (33,900 £ vs 39,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aiways U5 or BMW 2 Series?

Aiways U5 vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • very slightly more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

U5

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Aiways U5 is a bit cheaper – starting at 33,900 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,770 £.

2 Series

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Aiways U5 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers considerably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 340 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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: Aiways U5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is a bit lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,720 kg. The difference is around 160 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Aiways U5 offers very slightly more boot space – 432 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aiways U5 carries only slightly more – 435 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is far ahead overall 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.

from £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Reviews Aiways U5

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:09:03

Top car — 3.5 YEARS and 95,000 km and I haven't regretted it! Also, it only cost €33,000 in 2022 with the subsidy, and the ID.4 was totally bare‑bones.

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
33,900 - 39,900 £
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 - 410 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,720 - 1,770 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
432 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,680 mm
Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
1,555 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
385 - 435 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Aiways
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Aiways U5 have?

The Aiways U5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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