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BMW 2 Series vs Renault Clio - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 16600 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Renault Clio?

BMW 2 Series

Renault Clio

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Renault Clio has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £. That’s a price difference of around 22586 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 BMW 2 Series has a convincingly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 372 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Renault Clio takes 8.30 s. That’s about 4.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 2 Series performs significantly better – reaching 302 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 122 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls significantly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm difference.

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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: Renault Clio offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is clearly perceptible lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers hardly perceptible more room – 391 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio to a small extent takes the win – 463 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW 2 Series proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 2 Series is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £39,200
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BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L
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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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39200 - 98600 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4537 - 4587 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
224 - 302 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault

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What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series have?

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.