Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31000 £, while the Toyota Corolla Cross costs 31700 £. That’s a price difference of around 677 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer manages with 2.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Toyota Corolla Cross with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2 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 180 HP. That’s roughly 146 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
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In curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is a bit lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1545 kg. The difference is around 165 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers slight more room – 470 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 45 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs minimal better – up to 1455 L, which is about 118 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross minimal takes the win – 560 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.
Overall, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31000 - 48000 £
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Price
31700 - 41900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 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
112 - 120 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 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
1380 - 1500 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
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Length
4386 mm
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Length
4460 mm
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Width
1824 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1576 mm
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Height
1620 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
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Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
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Payload
465 - 505 kg
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Payload
515 - 560 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
Full Hybrid
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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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 326 HP
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Power HP
140 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
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Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
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Torque
230 - 477 Nm
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Torque
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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
103 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3
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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
C, D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.