Compare performance (326 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 39,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or BMW 2 Series?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,671 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
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 markedly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is clearly 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 BMW 2 Series delivers noticeably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 173 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.
Seats: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is barely lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 15 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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries noticeably more – 505 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer holds a narrow 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 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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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 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
129 - 226 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
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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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
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 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
350 - 400 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 MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 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
250 - 650 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
115 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
BMW
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