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BMW 2 Series vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Toyota Prius?

BMW 2 Series vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Toyota Prius

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  • considerably more efficient

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.

BMW 2 Series is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,200 £ , while the Toyota Prius costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 249 £.

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

Prius

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 considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 307 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 Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series is markedly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

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: Toyota Prius offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is only slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers clearly more boot space – 390 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 106 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series carries barely more – 400 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
BMW 2 Series
Toyota Prius

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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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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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BMW 2 Series
Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,537 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Plugin 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
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
237 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Toyota
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