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BMW 2 Series vs VW Touran - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or VW Touran?

BMW 2 Series

VW Touran

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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.

VW Touran has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36000 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3176 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series manages with 4.90 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the VW Touran with 5.20 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.

Touran

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 has a convincingly 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 convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 5.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls convincingly stronger with 650 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm difference.

2 Series

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: VW Touran offers somewhat more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, VW Touran is barely noticeable lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers significantly more room – 834 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 444 L.

When it comes to payload, VW Touran noticeable takes the win – 601 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 201 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series is decisively ahead 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.

BMW 2 Series
VW Touran

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2 Series

BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L

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 Touran

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The VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.

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BMW 2 Series
VW Touran

Costs and Consumption

Price
39200 - 98600 £
Price
36000 - 45300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
136 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
MPV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
834 L
Length
4537 - 4548 mm
Length
-
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1829 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
590 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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
122 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
237 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
250 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
90 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the BMW 2 Series have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.