Compare performance (326 HP vs 520 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 48,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Alfa Romeo Giulia?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Alfa Romeo Giulia costs 48,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,500 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Alfa Romeo Giulia with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.
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 Alfa Romeo Giulia offers clearly more power – delivering 520 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 194 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Alfa Romeo Giulia delivers noticeably more torque with 600 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 123 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is barely lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,640 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Alfa Romeo Giulia offers marginally more boot space – 480 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
When it comes to payload, the Alfa Romeo Giulia carries only slightly more – 535 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer holds a solid overall lead 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 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.
detailsThe Alfa Romeo Giulia captivates with its stunning Italian design and dynamic performance, representing a perfect blend of elegance and sportiness. Its engaging driving experience, characterised by precise handling and responsive steering, appeals to enthusiasts who crave the thrill of the road. Inside, the Giulia showcases a beautifully crafted interior that combines luxury with cutting-edge technology, making every journey a delight.
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
48,000 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
141 - 229 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
MPV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,640 - 1,735 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
480 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,860 - 1,874 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
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
415 - 535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
210 - 520 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
470 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
154 - 382 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,143 - 2,891 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Alfa Romeo
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