BMW 2 series 2018 vs Ford C-Max 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| BMW 2 series and Ford C-Max have the same engine power, but BMW 2 series torque is 50 NM less than Ford C-Max. BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | 4.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.1 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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By specification BMW 2 series consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford C-Max, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 2 series could require 105 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 2 series consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford C-Max. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1000 km in combined cycle | 1360 km in combined cycle | |
| 1130 km on highway | 1500 km on highway | ||
| 830 km with real consumption | 960 km with real consumption | ||
| Ford C-Max gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW 2 sērija has 4x4: This generation BMW features the Haldex Generation V proactive all-wheel-drive system, which sends 100% of torque to the front wheels as standard. The system analyzes data from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement if required. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split equally between the axles (50%/50%). | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.35 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.63 m | |
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BMW 2 series is smaller. BMW 2 series is 3 cm shorter than the Ford C-Max, 3 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 2 series is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | 432 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1905 litres | 1684 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, BMW 2 series has 213 litres more trunk space than the Ford C-Max. The Ford C-Max 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 221 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.6 metres more than that of the Ford C-Max, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`245 | 2`050 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 2 series scores higher in safety tests, but Ford C-Max is better rated in child safety tests. The BMW 2 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Ford C-Max has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 2 series has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Ford C-Max, so Ford C-Max quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 23 600 | 9200 | |
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