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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (31000 £ vs 30000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Mazda CX-5?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-5

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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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 CX-5 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1028 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.10 L per 100 km.

CX-5

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.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a clearly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 185 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 5 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs slightly better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 43 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pulls clearly stronger with 477 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 239 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is barely noticeable lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 84 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers to a small extent more room – 583 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 564 L more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.

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.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Mazda CX-5

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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
  • Electric Range : 82 km

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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Mazda CX-5

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption

Price
31000 - 48000 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4386 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1824 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1576 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mazda
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.