Compare performance (640 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 31,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,814 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Audi Q8 with 3.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers barely more range – reaching up to 82 km, about 2 km more than the Audi Q8.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers significantly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 373 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is considerably lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 630 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 offers noticeably more boot space – 605 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 carries visibly more – 665 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.
The Audi Q8 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.
The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 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
80 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
88 - 297 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
SUV
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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
2,175 - 2,490 kg
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Trunk capacity
439 - 605 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
1,995 - 2,007 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
620 - 665 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, Petrol, 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
231 - 640 HP
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 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 - 850 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
170 - 471 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, B
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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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