BMW 2 series 2018 vs Skoda Karoq 2017
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 116 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
| BMW 2 series engine produces 1 HP more power than Skoda Karoq, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Skoda Karoq. Despite the higher power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.3 | 4.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.6 l/100km | 5.9 l/100km | |
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The BMW 2 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 2 series consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Karoq, which means that by driving the BMW 2 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 2 series consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Karoq. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1180 km in combined cycle | 1110 km in combined cycle | |
| 1240 km on highway | 1130 km on highway | ||
| 910 km with real consumption | 840 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 2 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 176 mm (6.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Karoq 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 Skoda Karoq version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of Skoda Karoq 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.35 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.61 m | |
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BMW 2 series is smaller. BMW 2 series is 3 cm shorter than the Skoda Karoq, 4 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 2 series is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | 521 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1905 litres | 1630 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 2 series has 124 litres more trunk space than the Skoda Karoq. The Skoda Karoq may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 2 series (by 275 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.8 metres more than that of the Skoda Karoq, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`130 | 1`976 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 2 series scores higher in safety tests, but Skoda Karoq is better rated in child safety tests. The BMW 2 series scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 400 | 18 800 | |
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