Compare performance (326 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (31500 £ vs 35100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Renault Mégane?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31500 £ , while the Renault Mégane costs 35100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3557 £.
As for electric range, the Renault Mégane performs clearly better – achieving up to 452 km, about 370 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a distinct edge – offering 326 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 108 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Renault Mégane takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs distinct better – reaching 205 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 45 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pulls noticeable stronger with 477 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 177 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is to a small extent lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1719 kg. The difference is around 174 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers somewhat more room – 470 L compared to 389 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1370 L, which is about 38 L more than the Renault Mégane.
When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer to a small extent takes the win – 505 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 59 kg.
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is slightly 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.
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.
detailsThe Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31500 - 48000 £
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Price
35100 - 38500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
452 km
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Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
47 L
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
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Curb weight
1719 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
389 L
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Length
4386 mm
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Length
4200 mm
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Width
1824 mm
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Width
1783 mm
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Height
1576 mm
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Height
1505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1370 L
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Max trunk capacity
1332 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
446 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
218 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.40 s
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Max Speed
195 - 205 km/h
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
300 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
160 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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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
Renault
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.