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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 35,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Vauxhall Grandland?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Vauxhall Grandland

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • a bit more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Vauxhall Grandland costs 35,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Grandland uses 2.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with 2.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Grandland offers significantly more range – reaching up to 694 km, about 612 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.

Grandland

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 offers very slightly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 325 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Vauxhall Grandland takes 6.1 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Grandland delivers barely more torque with 509 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 32 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 barely lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,675 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Grandland offers a bit more boot space – 550 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland 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 £35,600
Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 82 - 694 km
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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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Reviews BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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Reucherand
16 May 2026, 19:45:01

Mild hybrid in terms of mileage. It’s an excellent car. Smooth, quiet, pleasant to drive. Petrol consumption 2.9 L/100 km. Powerful — lets you overtake quickly without taking risks. One notable drawback: the navigation isn’t as accurate as Waze and takes a long time to search for addresses.

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The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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Reviews Vauxhall Grandland

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Björn Vermeire
10 May 2026, 18:53:13

I chose the Grandland even though I initially planned to go for the Enyaq. The driving range, interior and equipment won me over.

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Scheve
27 Nov 2025, 08:29:07

The ideal car for my needs. Range and energy management won me over, as did the elegant styling and the driver‑assist technology.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Vauxhall Grandland

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
Price
35,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
1,675 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,824 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Vauxhall
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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