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BMW iX2 vs Renault Trafic Bus comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (43,700 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX2 or Renault Trafic Bus?

BMW iX2 vs Renault Trafic Bus: Key differences

BMW iX2

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Renault Trafic Bus

  • markedly cheaper
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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

iX2

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Trafic Bus is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the BMW iX2 costs 43,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,147 £.

Trafic Bus

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX2 offers significantly more power – delivering 313 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Renault Trafic Bus takes 10.6 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX2 delivers clearly more torque with 494 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 114 Nm more.

iX2

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: Renault Trafic Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, BMW iX2 is very slightly lighter – 1,960 kg compared to 2,031 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Bus carries substantially more – 982 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 472 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX2 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 £43,700
iX2

BMW iX2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 313 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 476 - 512 km
BMW iX2
Renault Trafic Bus

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX2

The BMW iX2 cuts a sporty silhouette and delivers the buttoned-up premium feel you expect from the brand, wrapped in a compact electric package that’s easy to live with. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want engaging city driving, clever cabin tech and a touch of eco-conscious flair without giving up the fun behind the wheel.

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Renault Trafic Bus

The Renault Trafic is a practical people-carrier that prefers sensible space and smart flexibility to showroom gloss, making it a top pick for families, shuttle operators or anyone ferrying a crowd without fuss. It’s comfortable, economical in everyday running and blessedly uncomplicated — not the most glamorous vehicle, but brilliantly dependable when you need it to be.

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BMW iX2
Renault Trafic Bus

Costs and Consumption

Price
43,700 - 55,600 £
Price
34,600 - 54,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 - 512 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
179 - 189 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8 - 9
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,960 - 2,095 kg
Curb weight
2,031 - 2,352 kg
Trunk capacity
525 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
500 - 510 kg
Payload
718 - 982 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
110 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 16.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
300 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
81 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Renault
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