BMW 218d Active Tourer pictures

The BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is not only BMW's first MPV, but their first front-wheel-drive car.

Built on the same platform as the MINI the 2 Series Active Tourer also shares its engines.

The 2 Series Active Tourer has a luxurious interior.

The Active Tourer isn't as spacious as the best cars in this class.

The boot opens up 468 litres of space, or 1,510 with the seats folded.

From the front BMW has given the 2 Series Active Tourer the same face as its other cars.

Up front there are numerous storage bins and a large central screen for the iDrive control system.

A heads-up display is a nice touch.

The 2 Series Active Tourer quotes 57.6mpg and 115g/km of CO2 for the 1.5-litre turbo engine, which is very impressive for a petrol-powered MPV.

BMW's reliability record is very strong.

The diesel engines are quite gruff.

The iDrive system is as easy to use as ever.

The 2 Series Active Tourer is agile for its size.

The rear bench doesn't get three individual seats like the Citroen C4 Picasso, but it's still roomy.

The ride is supple.