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BMW 2 Series vs SsangYong Tivoli comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or SsangYong Tivoli?

BMW 2 Series vs SsangYong Tivoli: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
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SsangYong Tivoli

  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately lighter
  • considerably 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:

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

SsangYong Tivoli is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,400 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,265 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the SsangYong Tivoli with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Tivoli

Engine and Performance:

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers significantly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 280 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: SsangYong Tivoli offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Tivoli is moderately lighter – 1,375 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Tivoli offers considerably more boot space – 720 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 330 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Tivoli carries moderately more – 455 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series 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.

from £39,700
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 Tivoli

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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 Tivoli

The SsangYong Tivoli is an unpretentious small crossover that surprises with a roomy, well-finished cabin and an agreeable ride that suits everyday life. It won't win any beauty contests, but it's a smart, economical choice for buyers who value practicality, comfort and a bit of cheeky character.

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BMW 2 Series
SsangYong Tivoli

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
21,400 - 30,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
161 - 191 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
1,375 - 1,492 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
395 - 720 L
Length
-
Length
4,225 - 4,480 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,810 mm
Height
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Height
1,613 - 1,646 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,115 - 1,440 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
425 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic 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 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 - 181 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
260 - 280 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,497 cm3

General

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