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BMW 2 Series vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Toyota Corolla?

BMW 2 Series vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

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  • visibly cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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.

Toyota Corolla is visibly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,594 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 352 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 Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

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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: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is very slightly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers marginally more boot space – 390 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries a bit more – 450 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is decisively ahead 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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 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
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
-
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
-
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
Is the BMW 2 Series offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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