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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Porsche Boxster comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (32,400 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe or Porsche Boxster?

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe vs Porsche Boxster: Key differences

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Porsche Boxster

  • noticeably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series Gran Coupe

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.

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Porsche Boxster costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 103,671 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe uses 4.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.7 L/100km. The difference is about 8.5 L/100km.

Boxster

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 Porsche Boxster offers noticeably more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 200 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Boxster delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

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.

Seats: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Boxster is marginally lighter – 1,485 kg compared to 1,495 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offers clearly more boot space – 430 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 308 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe carries clearly more – 485 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 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.

from £32,400
2 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Porsche Boxster

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe pairs sharp handling with surprising practicality, wearing BMW's sporty looks in a compact, city-friendly shell. It's ideal for buyers who want a premium driving experience without the fuss of something larger — all the attitude, none of the excess.

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
Porsche Boxster

Costs and Consumption

Price
32,400 - 54,900 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
110 - 170 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,495 - 1,650 kg
Curb weight
1,485 kg
Trunk capacity
360 - 430 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
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Length
4,418 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
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Height
1,252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 485 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 300 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
230 - 400 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
90 - 221 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
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