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BMW 2 Series vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (39,200 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or VW Polo?

BMW 2 Series vs VW Polo: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • significantly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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VW Polo

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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,913 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 323 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 VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers substantially more torque with 650 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VW Polo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is noticeably lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,560 kg. The difference is around 417 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers very slightly more boot space – 390 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries moderately more – 457 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 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 £39,200
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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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VW Polo

Costs and Consumption
Price
39,200 - 98,600 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
432 - 457 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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

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

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

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