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Renault Arkana vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (28,500 £ vs 31,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Arkana or BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?

Renault Arkana vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer: Key differences

Renault Arkana

4 (7 Reviews)
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  • moderately cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

4.1 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Arkana

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.

Renault Arkana is moderately cheaper – starting at 28,500 £ , while the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer costs 31,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,043 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer uses 2.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Renault Arkana with 4.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.

2 Series Active Tourer

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 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer offers considerably more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 183 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Renault Arkana takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer delivers considerably more torque with 477 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 272 Nm more.

Arkana

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 terms of curb weight, Renault Arkana is very slightly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,545 kg. The difference is around 35 kg.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer carries moderately more – 505 kg compared to 451 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 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 £31,500
2 Series Active Tourer

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 326 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 82 km
Renault Arkana
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Renault Arkana

The Renault Arkana turns heads with its coupe-like roofline and SUV practicality, offering stylish presence without pretending to be a supercar. It feels composed and economical on everyday roads, making it a savvy choice for buyers who want flair and sensible running costs with a wink rather than a roar.

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BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer turns the family MPV into something you’d actually want to park outside a café, pairing compact practicality with surprisingly premium cabin flair. It won’t thrill like a sports car, but it drives with the composed poise you expect from the badge and keeps daily life easy and un-fussy.

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Renault Arkana
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,500 - 31,900 £
Price
31,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
106 g/km
co2
65 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
MPV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,510 kg
Curb weight
1,545 - 1,920 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
406 - 470 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,821 mm
Width
1,824 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
451 kg
Payload
465 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
143 HP
Power HP
122 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 10.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
205 Nm
Torque
230 - 477 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
105 kW
Power kW
90 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
Renault
Brand
BMW
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