Compare performance (530 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
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 Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,837 £.
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 BMW 2 Series offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 522 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers substantially more torque with 650 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 610 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 1,002 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers significantly more boot space – 390 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 327 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series carries significantly more – 400 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 258 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric holds a decisive 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.
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 Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption 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
75 km
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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
0 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
Hatchback
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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
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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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
1,388 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
142 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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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
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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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
40 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Vauxhall
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