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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs Toyota RAV4 – Which car suits you better?

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Toyota RAV4?

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

Toyota RAV4

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series Active Tourer @ BMW Group Press

Costs and Efficiency:

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 31000 £, while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35100 £. That’s a price difference of around 4106 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota RAV4 manages with 1 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with 2.90 L. The difference is about 1.90 L per 100 km.

As for range, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 82 km, about 7 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer has a barely noticeable edge – offering 326 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 5.50 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 238 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 58 km/h.

2 Series Active Tourer @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

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 somewhat lighter – 1545 kg compared to 1745 kg. The difference is around 200 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers to a small extent more room – 580 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Toyota RAV4 performs to a small extent better – up to 1690 L, which is about 235 L more than the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.

When it comes to payload, Toyota RAV4 a bit takes the win – 600 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 95 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota RAV4 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota RAV4 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Toyota RAV4

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RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 218 - 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1 - 5.6 L
  • Electric Range : 75 km

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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Toyota RAV4

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The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Toyota RAV4
2 Series Active Tourer @ BMW Group Press
RAV4 @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
31000 - 48000 £
Price
35100 - 55700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
82 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
14.20 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
65 - 140 g/km
co2
22 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1545 - 1920 kg
Curb weight
1745 - 1910 kg
Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Length
4386 mm
Length
4600 mm
Width
1824 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1576 mm
Height
1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1370 - 1455 L
Max trunk capacity
1604 - 1690 L
Payload
465 - 505 kg
Payload
390 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
195 - 238 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
2487 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
What drive types are available for the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?

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.

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