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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Renault Captur - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (326 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (31000 £ vs 21100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Renault Captur?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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Renault Captur

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series Active Tourer @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Captur has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21100 £, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Renault Captur with 4.50 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

Captur @ Renault Group Media

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 convincingly edge – offering 326 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Renault Captur takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs noticeable better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Renault Captur tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pulls decisively stronger with 477 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 212 Nm difference.

2 Series Active Tourer @ BMW Group Press

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.

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In curb weight, Renault Captur is somewhat lighter – 1323 kg compared to 1545 kg. The difference is around 222 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers a bit more room – 470 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs barely noticeable better – up to 1455 L, which is about 92 L more than the Renault Captur.

When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer somewhat takes the win – 505 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer shows itself to be is largely superior 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 Group Press

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
Renault Captur

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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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Renault Captur

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
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Costs and Consumption

Price
31000 - 48000 £
Price
21100 - 28300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 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
102 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1323 - 1514 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4386 mm
Length
4239 mm
Width
1824 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1576 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
Max trunk capacity
1276 - 1363 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
376 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
115 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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.