BMW 2 series 2016 vs Mercedes A class 2015
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 211 HP | |
| Torque: | 290 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds | |
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Mercedes A class is a more dynamic driving. BMW 2 series engine produces 27 HP less power than Mercedes A class, whereas torque is 60 NM less than Mercedes A class. Due to the lower power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.7 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| 590 km with real consumption | 650 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) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes A class) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 2 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| 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. | |||
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: | 1.41 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: | 280 litres | 341 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
335 litres | 1157 litres | |
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Mercedes A class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 2 series has 61 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes A class. This could mean that the BMW 2 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes A class (by 822 litres). | |||
| 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`990 | 1`960 | |
| 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 (€): | 26 000 | 14 600 | |
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