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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Nissan X-Trail - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 213 HP), boot space and price (31000 £ vs 34000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Nissan X-Trail?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Nissan X-Trail

5 (1 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.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31000 £, while the Nissan X-Trail costs 34000 £. That’s a price difference of around 3000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Nissan X-Trail with 5.70 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

X-Trail

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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a distinct edge – offering 326 HP compared to 213 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Nissan X-Trail takes 7 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs to a small extent better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Nissan X-Trail tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan X-Trail pulls minimal stronger with 525 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 48 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.

Seats: Nissan X-Trail offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is minimal lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1668 kg. The difference is around 123 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Nissan X-Trail offers slightly more room – 585 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs minimal better – up to 1455 L, which is about 31 L more than the Nissan X-Trail.

When it comes to payload, Nissan X-Trail somewhat takes the win – 574 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £31,000
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
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Nissan X-Trail

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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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Nissan X-Trail

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Nissan X-Trail is a roomy, no-nonsense family SUV that mixes sensible practicality with a quietly modern look, making it an easy choice for busy lives and weekend escapes. It drives with calm confidence, delivers a comfortable ride and sensible tech, and won’t demand drama while doing the everyday heavy lifting.

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Reviews BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Reviews Nissan X-Trail

5 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
31000 - 48000 £
Price
34000 - 50400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
131 - 161 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
Curb weight
1668 - 1961 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
177 - 585 L
Length
4386 mm
Length
4680 mm
Width
1824 mm
Width
1840 mm
Height
1576 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
Max trunk capacity
1396 - 1424 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
432 - 574 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
163 - 213 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 200 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
300 - 525 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
120 - 157 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1497 cm3

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

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.