BMW 2 series 2018 vs Mercedes B class 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds | |
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BMW 2 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 2 series engine produces 34 HP more power than Mercedes B class, whereas torque is 70 NM more than Mercedes B class. Thanks to more power BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 43 litres | |
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) | 104 mm (4.1 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. | |||
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: | 11 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 1 sērija, BMW X1, BMW X2 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes CLA | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes B class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 2 sērija 2018 2.0 engine: A fairly reliable engine with a long service life. On the whole, the chains are more reliable than in the BMW N-series engines, but they also have a tendency to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs to be ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.35 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.56 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 2 series is 7 cm shorter than the Mercedes B class, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | 445 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1905 litres | 4530 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, BMW 2 series has 200 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes B class. The Mercedes B class 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 Mercedes B class (by 2625 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mercedes B class, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`245 | 2`051 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| Mercedes B class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 2 series has serious deffects in 195 percent more cases than Mercedes B class, so Mercedes B class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 21 800 | 13 400 | |
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