BMW 220d Active Tourer
Hatchback · Diesel · FWD
vs
BMW 118i
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
BMW 220d Active Tourer
Car A
BMW 220d Active Tourer
The BMW 220d Active Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with diesel efficiency, making it good value in its segment for growing families and commuters. Its 470-liter trunk and brisk 7.8 s 0–100 km/h performance balance everyday usability with confident pace.
5 seatsHatchbackDiesel5-star safety4.9 L/100km150 hp
BMW 118i
Car B
BMW 118i
The BMW 118i balances efficient running (5.5 L/100 km) with the practicality of a five-seat hatchback for city and small-family use. It prioritizes everyday ease over outright performance.
5 seatsHatchbackGasoline5-star safety
Why compared different powertrainsame body typesame brandsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 66 / 62
City 61 / 60
Budget / value 66 / 64
Road trip 43 / 41
Performance 31 / 30
Cargo 26 / 20
Practical 55 / 51
Premium 45 / 45
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 220d Active Tourer · Orange = BMW 118i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 220d Active Tourer BMW 118i
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Pros & cons

BMW 220d Active Tourer

  • Efficient for its class at 4.9 L/100 km, ideal for commuters and longer trips
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 470-liter trunk for family duties
  • Strong torque and 7.8 s 0–100 km/h enable confident overtakes
  • Price around 35,000 offers good value in its segment

BMW 118i

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
  • Practical five-seat hatchback with a 360 L trunk
  • Easy to drive in the city thanks to FWD and compact size
  • Good value in its segment at about 35,000

Verdict

Pick BMW 220d Active Tourer if…
Best fuel economy
BMW 220d Active Tourer uses 4.9 L/100km vs 5.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW 118i if…
Performance & capability
BMW 118i is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

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