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BMW 2 Series vs Hyundai i10 comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 90 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 14,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Hyundai i10?

BMW 2 Series vs Hyundai i10: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Hyundai i10

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai i10 is considerably cheaper – starting at 14,600 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,123 £.

Both cars consume an average of 4.9 L/100km – no difference here.

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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 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 440 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai i10 takes 11.4 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 478 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hyundai i10 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i10 is clearly lighter – 996 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 564 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more boot space – 390 L compared to 252 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i10 carries marginally more – 423 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 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
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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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Hyundai i10

The Hyundai i10 is a cheeky city car that squeezes big-car confidence into a pocket-friendly package, carving through tight streets with surprising composure and sensible practicality. For buyers after low fuss, sensible equipment and wallet-friendly running costs, it's a smart, no-nonsense pick that makes sense whether you're a first-time driver or need a reliable second car.

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Theo
9 Dec 2025, 19:15:09

Ideal A/B-class car. It has the price of a good A-class but the size and presence of a B-segment car. The annoying thing is that only a bike rack is allowed on the towbar (on my i10 from 2020 — the 2nd generation already after 2015). I’m still waiting for an iX10 version: a bit taller but otherwise the same.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
14,600 - 19,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
110 - 124 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
36 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
996 - 1,099 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
252 L
Length
-
Length
3,670 - 3,675 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,680 mm
Height
-
Height
1,480 - 1,483 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,050 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
344 - 423 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
63 - 90 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 18.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
143 - 175 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
93 - 172 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
46 - 66 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,197 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
Is the BMW 2 Series offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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