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BMW X2 vs VW Touareg comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 462 HP), boot space and price (41,700 £ vs 64,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X2 or VW Touareg?

BMW X2 vs VW Touareg: Key differences

BMW X2

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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VW Touareg

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

X2

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW X2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,700 £ , while the VW Touareg costs 64,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,650 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW X2 uses 4.5 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.

Touareg

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 VW Touareg offers clearly more power – delivering 462 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 162 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Touareg is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the BMW X2 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Touareg delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

X2

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW X2 is visibly lighter – 1,645 kg compared to 2,059 kg. The difference is around 414 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Touareg offers visibly more boot space – 810 L compared to 560 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Touareg carries visibly more – 751 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 241 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Touareg stands well ahead of its rival 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 £64,300
Touareg

VW Touareg

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 462 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 47 - 49 km
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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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Reviews BMW X2

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Jan
16 Dec 2025, 13:42:31

Excellent, very attractive car. Drives superbly. I previously had the XC40 — that was fine, but the BMW suits me better in pretty much every respect.

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VW Touareg

Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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Reviews VW Touareg

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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Stefan Blum
12 Aug 2026, 04:17:43

I've been driving a second-hand Touareg R-Line 2019 3.0 TFSI for 2 years — original price CHF 128,000, fully loaded. 2025: replacement engine by AMAG. Ride comfort perfect; infotainment adequate; a bit thirsty; prestige perfect (understated).

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Kevin
20 Apr 2026, 13:09:09

Brilliant car. Had 3 since 2005. Can't fault them. Would have purchased another, but after visiting local dealership, vehicle was being used by Sales Manager and it was in a d disgraceful condition. So purchased BME X6

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Roberto
4 Dec 2025, 21:53:53

Impeccable road-holding, especially if you choose optional extras like air suspension, active anti-roll bars and rear-wheel steering. Fast, quiet and comfortable.

Chris
23 Sept 2025, 10:05:45

I've been driving a Touareg 3.0 TDI with 286 PS, model year 2019, for 5 years.
So far no problems. Zero repairs.
Air suspension is top.
Driving feel is great.
Fuel consumption is also excellent for a vehicle of this weight (7.5 liters on average).
In my opinion the car is highly recommendable. That's why 5 stars!

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VW Touareg

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,700 - 59,600 £
Price
64,300 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 174 g/km
co2
119 - 239 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,645 - 1,780 kg
Curb weight
2,059 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
515 - 560 L
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 510 kg
Payload
550 - 751 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 300 HP
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 400 Nm
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
110 - 221 kW
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
Brand
BMW
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the BMW X2 have?

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

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