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BMW 2 Series vs Hyundai Tucson - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Hyundai Tucson?

BMW 2 Series

Hyundai Tucson

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18274 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

Tucson

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 has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 242 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hyundai Tucson tops out at 204 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls clearly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 271 Nm difference.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Hyundai Tucson offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is minimal lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 230 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson evident takes the win – 545 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai Tucson proves to be shows small but notable strengths and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai Tucson is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,900
Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km
BMW 2 Series
Hyundai Tucson

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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 Tucson

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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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BMW 2 Series
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
39200 - 98600 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4537 - 4548 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
237 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.