Compare performance (530 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 65,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Morgan Plus Four?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 2 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,700 £ , while the Morgan Plus Four costs 65,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,229 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Morgan Plus Four with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 272 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Morgan Plus Four takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers visibly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 2 Series offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Morgan Plus Four is considerably lighter – 1,009 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.
The BMW 2 Series stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Morgan Plus Four is a charming, hand-built roadster that marries classic coachbuilt style with surprisingly sure-footed modern manners, ideal for buyers who want personality over anonymity. Its open-top theatrics and tactile controls turn every country lane into a small celebration, and while it isn’t for fans of bland practicality, it rewards enthusiasts with pure, unfiltered driving delight.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
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Price
65,900 - 68,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
159 - 165 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,009 - 1,013 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,650 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
258 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
350 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
190 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2020
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Morgan
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