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BMW 2 Series vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 770 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 306,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe?

BMW 2 Series vs Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • moderately lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • noticeably more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 2 Series is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 266,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe with 13.5 L/100km. The difference is about 8.6 L/100km.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

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 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers noticeably more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 240 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers markedly more torque with 900 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

2 Series

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 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is moderately lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,845 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more boot space – 390 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe carries barely more – 420 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series 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 £39,700
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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BMW 2 Series
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
306,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
314 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,715 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Height
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Height
1,285 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
420 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
770 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
338 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
566 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Aston Martin
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