BMW 2 series 2017 vs Mercedes CLS 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.9 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 224 HP | 340 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 700 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.2 seconds | 5 seconds | |
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Mercedes CLS is a more dynamic driving. BMW 2 series engine produces 116 HP less power than Mercedes CLS, whereas torque is 250 NM less than Mercedes CLS. Due to the lower power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 93 mm (3.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 2 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 2 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of BMW 2 series 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes GLC, Mercedes GLE | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 2 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 2 sērija 2017 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2017 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 5.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 m | |
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BMW 2 series is smaller. BMW 2 series is 57 cm shorter than the Mercedes CLS, 12 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`940 | 2`545 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 23 200 | 36 800 | |
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