BMW 2 series 2013 vs Mercedes A class 2015
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 300 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
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BMW 2 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 2 series engine produces 54 HP more power than Mercedes A class, whereas torque is 100 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): | 4.4 | 4.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 5.7 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes A class is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification BMW 2 series consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class, which means that by driving the BMW 2 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, BMW 2 series consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes A class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1180 km in combined cycle | 1110 km in combined cycle | |
| 1360 km on highway | 1310 km on highway | ||
| 860 km with real consumption | 870 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 390'000 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 Mercedes A class engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on BMW X1 | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes Vito | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class 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 | |||
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: | 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): | 2`005 | 2`010 | |
| 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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