Compare performance (326 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (31000 £ vs 29800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Subaru Crosstrek?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Subaru Crosstrek has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29800 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1208 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 4.80 L per 100 km.
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 decisively edge – offering 326 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs a bit better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Subaru Crosstrek tops out at 198 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer pulls significantly stronger with 477 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 295 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 minimal lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers evident more room – 470 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs minimal better – up to 1455 L, which is about 141 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 505 kg.
Overall, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects 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.
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 Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
31000 - 48000 £
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Price
29800 - 34900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
-
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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
174 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
48 L
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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
1595 - 1628 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
315 L
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Length
4386 mm
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Length
4495 mm
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Width
1824 mm
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Width
1800 mm
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Height
1576 mm
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Height
1600 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
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Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
472 - 505 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
Petrol MHEV
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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
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
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Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
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Max Speed
198 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
182 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
90 - 240 kW
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Power kW
100 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Subaru
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.