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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Citroen C3 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 113 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 14,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Citroen C3?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Citroen C3: 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:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Citroen C3 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,538 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Citroen C3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 325 km, about 243 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
C3
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 considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 213 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.9 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers significantly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 272 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
Space and Everyday Use:
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, Citroen C3 is clearly lighter – 1,226 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 319 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 470 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries somewhat more – 505 kg compared to 423 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 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
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Citroen C3
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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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Citroen C3
The Citroën C3 is a stylish and practical small hatchback that puts comfort and a calm urban driving experience at the top of its list. With its distinctive looks and thoughtful interior touches, it suits buyers who want personality and everyday usability without drama.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Citroen C3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
14,000 - 24,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 17.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
212 - 325 km
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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
0 - 126 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 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
1,226 - 1,518 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
310 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,755 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
227 - 423 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
Electric, 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
Reduction Gearbox, 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
101 - 113 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 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
120 - 205 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
74 - 83 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Citroen
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