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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
| BMW 2 series engine produces 14 HP less power than Skoda Karoq, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Skoda Karoq. Despite less power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 2.3 | 5.5 | |
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The BMW 2 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 2 series consumes 3.2 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 480 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1560 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 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. | |||
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%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 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 | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X1, BMW 4 sērija | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Superb, Skoda Scala, Audi A1, Audi Q3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| BMW 2 sērija 2018 1.5 engine: The B38 1.5-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, introduced in 2013, was designed with a focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions to meet modern environmental standards. While it received generally positive ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2018 1.5 engine Skoda Karoq 2017 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ... More about Skoda Karoq 2017 1.5 engine | |||
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 |
no data | 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. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.4 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): | no data | 1`929 | |
| 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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