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: | 2.0 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: | 178 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 280 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
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BMW 2 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 2 series engine produces 28 HP more power than Skoda Karoq, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Skoda Karoq. Thanks to more power BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.5 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 50 litres | |
| 680 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 165 mm (6.5 inches) | 176 mm (6.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Karoq 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 Skoda Karoq version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of Skoda Karoq 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 320'000 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 | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW 1 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 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 2018 2.0 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: | 4.57 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.61 m | |
| BMW 2 series is 19 cm longer than the Skoda Karoq, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 645 litres | 521 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1905 litres | 1630 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 2 series has 124 litres more trunk space than the Skoda Karoq. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 2 series (by 275 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.8 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): | 2`140 | 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 | 17 600 | |
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