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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Audi A1 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Audi A1?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Audi A1: 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.
2 Series Active Tourer
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A1 is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,529 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
A1
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 Active Tourer offers noticeably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Audi A1 takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers visibly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 157 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
Space and Everyday Use:
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, Audi A1 is clearly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 370 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries barely more – 505 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 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 £31,500
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Audi A1
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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 A1
The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Audi A1
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 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
118 - 146 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
Hatchback
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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
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
335 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,740 - 1,756 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
410 - 470 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
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
95 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 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
175 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
70 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Audi
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