Compare performance (530 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 19900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or VW Taigo?
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 Taigo has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19900 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19251 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series manages with 4.90 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.30 L. The difference is about 0.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 380 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Taigo takes 8.20 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls significantly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: VW Taigo offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, VW Taigo is noticeable lighter – 1229 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 331 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Taigo offers slightly more room – 440 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Taigo slightly takes the win – 457 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 57 kg.
The BMW 2 Series proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 2 Series is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 VW Taigo brings coupe-like flair to the compact crossover scene with sharp styling and an interior that punches above its price, feeling smarter than you’d expect. It’s an easygoing daily companion that balances comfort and practicality with a playful wink, perfect for city drivers who want something livelier than a regular hatchback.
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Price
39200 - 98600 £
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Price
19900 - 31800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L
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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
-
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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
120 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
-
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Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
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Curb weight
1229 - 1302 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
440 L
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Length
4537 - 4548 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1838 - 1887 mm
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Width
1757 mm
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Height
1390 - 1404 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
448 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
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Max Speed
237 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
VW
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.