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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Subaru Forester comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Subaru Forester?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Subaru Forester: 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:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is a bit cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,634 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 5.2 L/100km.
Forester
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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers significantly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers significantly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 295 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 barely lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers marginally more boot space – 508 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 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.
from £31,500
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Subaru Forester
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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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Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Subaru Forester
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
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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
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
65 - 140 g/km
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co2
183 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
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Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
508 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
446 - 492 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
12.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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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
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Subaru
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