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BMW X2 vs VW Golf – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or VW Golf?

BMW X2

VW Golf

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

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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 Golf has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the BMW X2 costs 41200 £. That’s a price difference of around 16033 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the BMW X2 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 3.40 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Golf has a minimal edge – offering 333 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the BMW X2 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the BMW X2 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls slight stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Golf is noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1645 kg. The difference is around 338 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X2 offers evident more room – 560 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 179 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW X2 performs a bit better – up to 1470 L, which is about 233 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, BMW X2 barely noticeable takes the win – 510 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Golf shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

BMW X2
VW Golf

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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BMW X2

The BMW X2 feels like a sporty coupe dressed as an SUV, with sharp styling and a cheeky, youthful attitude that stands out in traffic. Inside it's driver-focused and compact but smartly packaged, perfect for city life and buyers who want BMW flair without the usual SUV bulk.

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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41200 - 58900 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 174 g/km
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25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1645 - 1780 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4554 - 4567 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1575 - 1590 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1400 - 1470 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
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Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
207 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
1499 - 1998 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

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Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
BMW
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What drive types are available for the BMW X2?

The BMW X2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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