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BMW 2 Series vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 213,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or McLaren Supercar Series Coupe?

BMW 2 Series vs McLaren Supercar Series Coupe: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • substantially cheaper
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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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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 39,200 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe costs 213,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 173,829 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe uses 4.6 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

2 Series

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 McLaren Supercar Series Coupe offers clearly more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Coupe delivers only slightly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 70 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.

Seats: BMW 2 Series offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Coupe is barely lighter – 1,498 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 62 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is decisively ahead 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 £39,200
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
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

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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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McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

The McLaren Supercar Series Coupe arrives like a scalpel with a spoiler, pairing race-bred theatrics with a civility that makes it livable on the street while still thrilling on a back road. If you crave exotic looks, dramatic doors and a cabin that rewards attentive driving, this coupe serves up pure performance with just enough comfort to keep your mates impressed and slightly terrified.

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BMW 2 Series
McLaren Supercar Series Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
213,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
104 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,498 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
McLaren
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