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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 41,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Mercedes C-Class Saloon?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Mercedes C-Class Saloon: 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.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,825 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers substantially more range – reaching up to 82 km, about 71 km more than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon.
C-Class Saloon
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 354 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers considerably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 543 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, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is very slightly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers very slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 15 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has the upper hand 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
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
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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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Mercedes C-Class Saloon
The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Mercedes C-Class Saloon
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
11 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
119 - 205 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
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
1,695 - 2,165 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,820 - 1,900 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
485 - 570 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
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
183 - 680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 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
250 - 1,020 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
135 - 500 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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