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BMW 2 Series vs Mercedes EQS comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 80,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Mercedes EQS?

BMW 2 Series vs Mercedes EQS: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes EQS

  • barely more power
  • markedly more trunk space
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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 clearly cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Mercedes EQS costs 80,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,231 £.

EQS

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 Mercedes EQS offers barely more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.1 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS delivers a bit more torque with 800 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 150 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: Mercedes EQS offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is clearly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,550 kg. The difference is around 990 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers markedly more boot space – 610 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 220 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS carries clearly more – 570 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS holds a solid 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 £80,900
EQS

Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 367 - 585 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 810 - 920 km
BMW 2 Series
Mercedes EQS

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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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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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BMW 2 Series
Mercedes EQS

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
80,900 - 117,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
810 - 920 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
2,550 - 2,660 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
610 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,926 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
545 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
367 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
505 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
270 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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