Mazda MX-5 2015 vs BMW 3 series 2010
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda MX-5) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
| Mazda MX-5 engine produces 24 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 180 NM less than BMW 3 series. Despite less power, Mazda MX-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 5.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 6.4 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda MX-5 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda MX-5 could require 195 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda MX-5 consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 61 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 1080 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 1290 km on highway | ||
| 720 km with real consumption | 950 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 138 mm (5.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 3 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 3 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 330'000 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 | 19 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 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 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 3 sērija 2010 2.0 engine: Because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100,000 km, the BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine. Replacing the timing chain also requires removing the engine from ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2010 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.92 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.24 m | 1.38 m | |
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Mazda MX-5 is smaller. Mazda MX-5 is 70 cm shorter than the BMW 3 series, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 15 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 130 litres | 210 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 350 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 80 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 1.6 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`260 | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 3 series scores higher in safety tests. The BMW 3 series scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 11 800 | |
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