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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs CUPRA Born - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (31000 £ vs 34700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or CUPRA Born?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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CUPRA Born

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31000 £ , while the CUPRA Born costs 34700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3643 £.

As for electric range, the CUPRA Born performs convincingly better – achieving up to 594 km, about 512 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.

Born

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

Both models deliver identical power – 326 HP each.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the CUPRA Born takes 5.60 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs a bit better – reaching 238 km/h, while the CUPRA Born tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: CUPRA Born pulls to a small extent stronger with 545 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 68 Nm difference.

2 Series Active Tourer

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is somewhat lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1828 kg. The difference is around 283 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs to a small extent better – up to 1455 L, which is about 188 L more than the CUPRA Born.

When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer a bit takes the win – 505 kg compared to 452 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race?

The CUPRA Born proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
CUPRA Born is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,700
Born

CUPRA Born

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16 kWh
  • Electric Range : 427 - 594 km
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
CUPRA Born

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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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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CUPRA Born

The CUPRA Born blends sharp, athletic styling with a playful electric character, delivering hatchback agility and hot-hatch attitude whether you're darting through the city or cruising the open road. Inside, the cabin punches above its weight with smart materials and practical space, making it a compelling pick for buyers who want electric motoring without surrendering the grin.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
CUPRA Born

Costs and Consumption

Price
31000 - 48000 £
Price
34700 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16 kWh
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
427 - 594 km
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
60 - 79 kWh
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
Curb weight
1828 - 1999 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
4386 mm
Length
4324 mm
Width
1824 mm
Width
1809 mm
Height
1576 mm
Height
1540 mm
Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
Max trunk capacity
1267 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
431 - 452 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
204 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
265 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
150 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
CUPRA
What drive types are available for the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.