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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mazda 2 comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 115 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 14,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Mazda 2?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mazda 2: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda 2

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series Active Tourer

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 14,200 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,280 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda 2 with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

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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 significantly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda 2 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers clearly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 151 Nm. That’s about 326 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, Mazda 2 is clearly lighter – 1,099 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 446 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers significantly more boot space – 470 L compared to 280 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries a bit more – 505 kg compared to 437 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly superior overall 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
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The Mazda 2 is a pocket-sized charmer that makes city driving feel light and lively, wrapped in sleek styling that looks right at home on trendy streets. Buyers who want an economical, fun-to-drive hatch with surprisingly grown-up cabin quality will find it hard to resist — it’s the kind of everyday companion that puts a grin on your face every time you head out.

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Mazda 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
Price
14,200 - 21,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
107 - 122 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
1,099 - 1,120 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
280 L
Length
-
Length
4,080 mm
Width
1,824 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
-
Height
1,515 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
950 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
420 - 437 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
75 - 115 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
171 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
143 - 151 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
55 - 85 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer have?

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

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