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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Ford Focus?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Ford Focus: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space

Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • slightly lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Ford Focus is somewhat cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,986 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ford Focus with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.

Focus

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 slightly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is moderately faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers a bit more torque with 477 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 57 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, Ford Focus is slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers moderately more boot space – 470 L compared to 392 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

For maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,370 L, about 16 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries very slightly more – 560 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 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
2 Series Active Tourer

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 326 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 82 km
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Ford Focus

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Ford Focus

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,500 - 48,000 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
14.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,386 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,824 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,576 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,370 L
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
195 - 205 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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