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BMW 2 Series vs VW Tiguan comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (39,700 £ vs 33,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or VW Tiguan?

BMW 2 Series vs VW Tiguan: Key differences

BMW 2 Series

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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VW Tiguan

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  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

2 Series

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

VW Tiguan is somewhat cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,107 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Tiguan

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 significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series delivers clearly more torque with 650 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

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: VW Tiguan offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 2 Series is only slightly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 39 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers substantially more boot space – 652 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 262 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries visibly more – 556 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan 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.

from £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
BMW 2 Series
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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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 Tiguan

The VW Tiguan is a well-rounded compact SUV that delivers a comfortable cabin, composed ride and practical space suited to everyday family life. Its straightforward tech and clever storage make it easy to live with, leaning toward sensible refinement rather than flash.

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BMW 2 Series
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,700 - 98,600 £
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,560 - 1,830 kg
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,838 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Height
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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
Payload
499 - 556 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
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