Compare performance (530 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 26500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 26500 £, while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £. That’s a price difference of around 12694 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer manages with 2.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.60 L per 100 km.
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 has a clearly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 305 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 302 km/h, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer tops out at 235 km/h. The difference is around 67 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls significantly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm difference.
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: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is somewhat lighter – 1394 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 166 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers distinct more room – 597 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer somewhat takes the win – 497 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.
Overall, the BMW 2 Series shows itself to be has a very small edge and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39200 - 98600 £
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Price
26500 - 41800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 6.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.60 kWh
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
81 - 413 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
0 - 137 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
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Curb weight
1394 - 1760 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
516 - 597 L
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Length
4537 - 4587 mm
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Length
4642 mm
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Width
1838 - 1887 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1390 - 1404 mm
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Height
1443 - 1481 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1553 - 1634 L
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
413 - 497 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 11 s
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Max Speed
224 - 302 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A, C, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.