BMW 2 series 2016 vs Mercedes A class 2015
| Body: | Coupe | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 252 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
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BMW 2 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 2 series engine produces 68 HP more power than Mercedes A class, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Mercedes A class. Thanks to more power BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| 640 km with real consumption | 580 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 2016 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 4 sērija | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| 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 2016 2.0 engine: Compared to their predecessors, B48 engines are more robust and less prone to major failures. They are well-suited for chip tuning, which can noticeably enhance performance and responsiveness without ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2016 2.0 engine Mercedes A klase 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes A klase 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.30 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.43 m | |
| BMW 2 series is 13 cm longer than the Mercedes A class, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 2 series is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 390 litres | 341 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1157 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 2 series has 49 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.1 metres less than that of the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`935 | 2`015 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | high | |
| Mercedes A class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 2 series has serious deffects in 155 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 16 200 | 14 600 | |
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