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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (326 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Renault Master Bus?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter

Renault Master Bus

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 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,087 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.8 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is slightly faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the Renault Master Bus tops out at 165 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers somewhat more torque with 477 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 77 Nm more.

2 Series Active Tourer

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.

Seats: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 644 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Master Bus offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,840 L, about 3,470 L more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries substantially more – 1,254 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 749 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is far ahead overall 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
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/100km
  • Electric Range : 82 km
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Renault Master Bus

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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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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Renault Master Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,500 - 48,000 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
14.2 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,386 mm
Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,824 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
1,576 mm
Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,370 L
Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
195 - 205 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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