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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (306,000 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe or BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 273,643 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 9.3 L/100km.

2 Series Gran Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers considerably more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 470 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,495 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers visibly more boot space – 430 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is clearly superior 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 £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
306,000 £
Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
314 g/km
co2
110 - 170 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Trunk capacity
270 L
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Length
4,715 mm
Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 kg
Payload
455 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
338 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
900 Nm
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
BMW
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