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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs VW Golf Variant comparison
Compare performance (326 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (31,500 £ vs 28,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or VW Golf Variant?
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer vs VW Golf Variant: 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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
VW Golf Variant is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,653 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the VW Golf Variant with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.
Golf Variant
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 markedly more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the VW Golf Variant takes 6.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers markedly more torque with 477 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm more.
2 Series Active Tourer
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 terms of curb weight, VW Golf Variant is slightly lighter – 1,366 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Golf Variant offers noticeably more boot space – 611 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 141 L.
When it comes to payload, the VW Golf Variant carries marginally more – 547 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is far ahead overall 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
VW Golf Variant
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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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VW Golf Variant
The Golf Estate packs Volkswagen's familiar poise into a practical, grown-up estate that quietly makes everyday life easier without shouting for attention. It's clever, comfortable and roomy enough for weekend kit or family chaos, offering smart packaging and refined manners that make it a sensible and surprisingly stylish choice for buyers who need space but don't want a van.
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
VW Golf Variant
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
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Price
28,800 - 38,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7 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
114 - 159 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
Estate
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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
1,366 - 1,551 kg
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
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Trunk capacity
611 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,824 mm
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Width
1,789 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
509 - 547 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, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
116 - 204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10.5 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
220 - 360 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
85 - 150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 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
D, F, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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