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Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW 2 Series comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (35,800 £ vs 39,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A4 Limousine or BMW 2 Series?

Audi A4 Limousine vs BMW 2 Series: Key differences

Audi A4 Limousine

  • barely cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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BMW 2 Series

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A4 Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Audi A4 Limousine is barely cheaper – starting at 35,800 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A4 Limousine uses 4.6 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

2 Series

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 265 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 Audi A4 Limousine takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers markedly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

A4 Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi A4 Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A4 Limousine is only slightly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A4 Limousine offers moderately more boot space – 460 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 70 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A4 Limousine carries clearly more – 540 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 140 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series stands well ahead of its rival 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 £39,200
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
Audi A4 Limousine
BMW 2 Series

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Audi A4 Limousine

The Audi A4 is a polished, grown-up sedan that blends restraint with a subtle dose of sportiness, making it an easy choice for commuters and company car buyers alike. Inside it's all refined materials and sensible design, while the driving experience balances comfort and composure — clever, competent and quietly smug in the best possible way.

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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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Audi A4 Limousine
BMW 2 Series

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,800 - 46,600 £
Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
121 - 167 g/km
co2
129 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,665 kg
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,762 mm
Length
-
Width
1,847 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Height
1,428 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 540 kg
Payload
350 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 265 HP
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 400 Nm
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 195 kW
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
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