BMW 2 series 2013 vs Mazda MX-5 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 160 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds | |
| BMW 2 series engine produces 30 HP more power than Mazda MX-5, whereas torque is 200 NM more than Mazda MX-5. Despite the higher power, BMW 2 series reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.1 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.5 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The BMW 2 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 2 series consumes 2.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5, which means that by driving the BMW 2 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 420 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 2 series consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1260 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 1400 km on highway | 900 km on highway | ||
| 800 km with real consumption | 720 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 2 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 125 mm (4.9 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mazda MX-5 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW X1 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda MX-5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 2 sērija 2013 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2013 2.0 engine Mazda MX-5 2015 2.0 engine: This engine is not well-suited for low-quality fuel, as it quickly clogs the fuel system. The use of substandard fuel often leads to the failure of expensive ignition coils, resulting in significant repair ... More about Mazda MX-5 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 3.92 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.24 m | |
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BMW 2 series is larger. BMW 2 series is 52 cm longer than the Mazda MX-5, 4 cm wider, while the height of BMW 2 series is 18 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | 130 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
335 litres | no data | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage capacity. BMW 2 series has 150 litres more trunk space than the Mazda MX-5. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 9.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 2 series is 1.5 metres more than that of the Mazda MX-5, which means BMW 2 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`025 | 1`260 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 26 000 | 19 000 | |
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