Compare performance (326 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Tesla Model Y?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is only slightly cheaper – starting at 31,500 £ , while the Tesla Model Y costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,777 £.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more range – reaching up to 622 km, about 540 km more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers visibly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 326 HP. That’s roughly 134 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model Y delivers noticeably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 477 Nm. That’s about 183 Nm more.
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: Tesla Model Y offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is noticeably lighter – 1,545 kg compared to 1,976 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers substantially more boot space – 836 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 366 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.
The Tesla Model Y holds a decisive overall lead 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 Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
82 km
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Electric Range
534 - 622 km
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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
0 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 - 7
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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
1,976 - 2,108 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,920 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
435 - 472 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
299 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 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
420 - 660 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
220 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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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
Tesla
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