Li Auto MEGA vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i

2024 Li Auto MEGA studio car image
Li Auto

MEGA

2024 · Electric Van

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Li Auto MEGA 5.5 s Runner-up: 9.5 s
Power winner Li Auto MEGA 400 hp Runner-up: 136 hp
Cargo winner Li Auto MEGA 880 L Runner-up: 470 L
Price winner BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i $38,900 Runner-up: $72,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Li Auto MEGA against the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i. Both belong to the van class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Li Auto MEGA has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 9.5 seconds for 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i. 2024 Li Auto MEGA has the higher listed output at 400 hp; 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i is rated at 136 hp, a difference of 264 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Li Auto MEGA at 542 Nm and 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i at 230 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Li Auto MEGA provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 880 litres versus 470 litres, a difference of 410 litres. 2024 Li Auto MEGA is 964 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i has the lower listed starting price at $38,900, compared with $72,800 for 2024 Li Auto MEGA. 2024 Li Auto MEGA leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Li Auto MEGA2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i2024
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 s9.5 s
Top Speed190 km/h207 km/h
Power400 hp136 hp
Torque542 Nm230 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range710 km
Battery102.7 kWh
Fuel Tank42 L
Efficiency14.5 kWh/100km6.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km148 g/km
DC Charging520 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,350 mm4,386 mm
Ground Clearance155 mm156 mm
Cargo880 L470 L
Curb Weight2,768 kg1,470 kg
Towing1,200 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle12.8 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$72,800$38,900

Li Auto MEGA vs BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 Li Auto MEGA is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 9.5 seconds for 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i has the higher listed top speed at 207 km/h (129 mph), compared with 190 km/h (118 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 Li Auto MEGA has more power at 400 hp, a 264 hp advantage over 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 Li Auto MEGA has more listed cargo space at 880 litres (31.1 cu ft), versus 470 litres (16.6 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 Li Auto MEGA is heavier at 2,768 kg (6,102 lb), while 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i is listed at 1,470 kg (3,241 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $38,900 USD, compared with $72,800 USD for 2024 Li Auto MEGA. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Li Auto MEGA or the 2024 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 218i?

2024 Li Auto MEGA leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.