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BMW 2 Series vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Renault Kangoo Compact Van?

BMW 2 Series vs Renault Kangoo Compact Van: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault Kangoo Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Kangoo Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,731 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Renault Kangoo Compact Van with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Kangoo Compact Van

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van takes 11.6 s. That’s about 7.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series is visibly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Renault Kangoo Compact Van tops out at 176 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers considerably more torque with 650 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Renault Kangoo Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Kangoo Compact Van is very slightly lighter – 1,493 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 67 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Kangoo Compact Van carries substantially more – 901 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 501 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £39,200
2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L/100km
BMW 2 Series
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

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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 Kangoo Compact Van

The Renault Kangoo is a practical, no-nonsense compact van that turns urban deliveries and weekend DIY runs into a surprisingly easy chore. Roomy for its size, comfortable to drive and brimming with smart storage solutions, it’s a sensible pick for anyone who needs honest utility without drama.

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BMW 2 Series
Renault Kangoo Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
22,400 - 37,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
270 - 290 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 151 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,493 - 1,910 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,537 mm
Length
4,486 - 4,910 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,854 - 1,864 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 4,900 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
498 - 901 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
75 - 122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 18.9 s
Max Speed
237 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 176 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
230 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
55 - 90 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,461 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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