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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Polestar 2 comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Polestar 2?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Polestar 2: 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 substantially cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Polestar 2 costs 45,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,662 £.
As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 577 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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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 Polestar 2 offers markedly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers noticeably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 263 Nm more.
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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is markedly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 524 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers moderately more boot space – 470 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries moderately more – 505 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 2 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.
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Polestar 2
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Polestar 2
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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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Polestar 2
The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Polestar 2
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
405 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,606 mm
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
412 - 421 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
299 - 476 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
205 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
490 - 740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
220 - 350 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Polestar
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