Compare performance (530 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Toyota RAV4?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Toyota RAV4 is a bit cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,037 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.
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 306 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 2 Series is clearly faster – reaching 237 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 57 km/h.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota RAV4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,745 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers visibly more boot space – 580 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 190 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries clearly more – 600 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.
The Toyota RAV4 is clearly superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.
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Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
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Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
22 - 128 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 L
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
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Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
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Length
4,537 mm
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Length
4,600 mm
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
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Width
1,855 mm
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Height
1,390 mm
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Height
1,685 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
390 - 600 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
218 - 306 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
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Max Speed
237 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
160 - 225 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Toyota
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