BMW 2 series 2018 vs Ford C-Max 2014

 
BMW 2 series
2018 -
Ford C-Max
2014 -
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.0 Diesel

Performance

Power: 150 HP170 HP
Torque: 350 NM400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds8.5 seconds
Ford C-Max is a more dynamic driving.
BMW 2 series engine produces 20 HP less power than Ford C-Max, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Ford C-Max. Due to the lower power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.84.8
Fuel tank capacity: 51 litres60 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1060 km in combined cycle1250 km in combined cycle
1130 km on highway1360 km on highway
830 km with real consumption840 km with real consumption
Ford C-Max gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)Front wheel drive (FWD)

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)140 mm (5.5 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.

Dimensions

Length: 4.57 m4.38 m
Width: 1.80 m1.83 m
Height: 1.61 m1.63 m
BMW 2 series is 19 cm longer than the Ford C-Max, 3 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 2 series is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 645 litres432 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1905 litres1684 litres
BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity.
BMW 2 series has 213 litres more trunk space than the Ford C-Max. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW 2 series (by 221 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters11.1 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 0.6 metres more than that of the Ford C-Max, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`2652`050
Safety:
BMW 2 series scores higher in safety tests, but Ford C-Max is better rated in child safety tests. The BMW 2 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
below average

average
Ford C-Max has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data BMW 2 series has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Ford C-Max, so Ford C-Max quality is probably better
Average price (€): 23 2009400
Pros and Cons: BMW 2 sērija has
  • has 4x4 drive
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
Ford C-Max has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher children safety
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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