Mazda 3 2019 vs BMW 1 series 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 306 HP | |
| Torque: | 213 NM | 450 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds | |
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BMW 1 series is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 3 engine produces 156 HP less power than BMW 1 series, whereas torque is 237 NM less than BMW 1 series. Due to the lower power, Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 4.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 7.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 8.8 l/100km | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda 3 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda 3 consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 51 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 730 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 830 km on highway | ||
| 730 km with real consumption | 560 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: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW 1 sērija 2019: 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%). | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 320'000 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 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 2 sērija, BMW X2 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mazda 3 2019 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 3 2019 2.0 engine BMW 1 sērija 2019 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 1 sērija 2019 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.46 m | 4.32 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
| Mazda 3 is 14 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 295 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1019 litres | 1200 litres | |
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BMW 1 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 3 has 85 litres less trunk space than the BMW 1 series. This could mean that the Mazda 3 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 BMW 1 series (by 181 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.8 metres less than that of the BMW 1 series, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`085 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 3 scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| BMW 1 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than BMW 1 series, so BMW 1 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | 20 400 | |
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