BMW 225e Active Tourer
Hatchback · Hybrid · FWD
vs
BMW 118i
Hatchback · Gasoline · FWD
BMW 225e Active Tourer
Car A
BMW 225e Active Tourer
The BMW 225e Active Tourer is a hybrid 5-seat hatchback tailored to city use, pairing a 57 km electric-only range with very low 1.6 combined consumption. It adds brisk 0-100 km/h in 6.6 s and a practical 405-liter trunk, making it a balanced family compact with good value in its segment.
5 seatsHatchbackHybrid5-star safety1.6 L/100km220 hpHybrid
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
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Usage fit

Family 55 / 62
City 64 / 60
Budget / value 53 / 64
Road trip 42 / 41
Performance 23 / 30
Cargo 22 / 20
Practical 43 / 51
Premium 47 / 45
Winter 26 / 26

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW 225e Active Tourer · Orange = BMW 118i

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW 225e Active Tourer BMW 118i
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Pros & cons

BMW 225e Active Tourer

  • Efficient for city commutes with 57 km electric-only range and 1.6 combined consumption
  • Quick acceleration (0-100 km/h in 6.6 s) for confident merging and overtakes
  • Practical 5-seat layout with a 405-liter trunk for everyday family errands
  • Price of 38000 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 225e Active Tourer if…
Best fuel economy
BMW 225e Active Tourer uses 1.6 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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