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Audi A8 vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer comparison
Compare performance (571 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (91,400 £ vs 31,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?
Audi A8 vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
A8
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is considerably cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,871 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Audi A8 with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers markedly more range – reaching up to 82 km, about 24 km more than the Audi A8.
2 Series Active Tourer
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 Audi A8 offers clearly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers significantly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 323 Nm more.
A8
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is visibly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 490 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers moderately more boot space – 470 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is decisively ahead 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 £31,500
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Audi A8
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
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Audi A8
The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.
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Audi A8
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
105 - 260 g/km
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,945 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 700 kg
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
286 - 571 HP
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 800 Nm
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
210 - 420 kW
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
BMW
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