BMW 6 series 2015 vs Mercedes CLA 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 6 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Mercedes CLA) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 313 HP | 218 HP | |
| Torque: | 630 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds | |
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BMW 6 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 6 series engine produces 95 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, whereas torque is 280 NM more than Mercedes CLA. Thanks to more power BMW 6 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 | 6.8 | |
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The BMW 6 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 6 series consumes 1.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes CLA, which means that by driving the BMW 6 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 240 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 56 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1340 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 1450 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| BMW 6 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW X5, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A 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 6 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 6 sērija 2015 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
The ... More about BMW 6 sērija 2015 3.0 engine Mercedes CLA 2016 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 CLA 2016 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.37 m | 1.43 m | |
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BMW 6 series is larger, but lower. BMW 6 series is 25 cm longer than the Mercedes CLA, 12 cm wider, while the height of BMW 6 series is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 470 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, BMW 6 series has 10 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes CLA. This could mean that the BMW 6 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 6 series is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mercedes CLA, which means BMW 6 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`255 | 2`025 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 29 800 | 15 800 | |
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