Mazda MX-5 2015 vs BMW 2 series 2016
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 290 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds | |
| Mazda MX-5 engine produces 24 HP less power than BMW 2 series, whereas torque is 90 NM less than BMW 2 series. Despite less power, Mazda MX-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 52 litres | |
| 720 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 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. 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: | 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 MX-5 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda 3, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 4 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 2 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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 BMW 2 sērija 2016 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 2 sērija 2016 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.92 m | 4.43 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.24 m | 1.41 m | |
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Mazda MX-5 is smaller. Mazda MX-5 is 52 cm shorter than the BMW 2 series, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 18 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 130 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 335 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 150 litres less trunk space than the BMW 2 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 1.5 metres less than that of the BMW 2 series, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`260 | 2`010 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 14 800 | |
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