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BMW 2 Series vs SsangYong Korando comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or SsangYong Korando?

BMW 2 Series vs SsangYong Korando: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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SsangYong Korando

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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

SsangYong Korando is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the SsangYong Korando with 7.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

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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 190 HP. That’s roughly 340 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 SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

2 Series

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: SsangYong Korando offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Korando is barely lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 43 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers noticeably more boot space – 551 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Korando carries moderately more – 463 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is far ahead overall 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
SsangYong Korando

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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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SsangYong Korando

The SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.

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BMW 2 Series
SsangYong Korando

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 197 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
551 L
Length
-
Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,870 mm
Height
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
410 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
163 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
260 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
120 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
SsangYong
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