Mercedes B class 2014 vs BMW 2 series 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 192 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds | |
| Mercedes B class engine produces 8 HP less power than BMW 2 series, but torque is 20 NM more than BMW 2 series. Due to the lower power, Mercedes B class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 5.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.2 l/100km | 7.6 l/100km | |
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The BMW 2 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes B class consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 2 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes B class could require 135 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes B class consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 2 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 860 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 670 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: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | 165 mm (6.5 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. Choose from five 4x4 versions of BMW 2 series 2018 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW X1, BMW X2 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes B klase 2014 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 B klase 2014 2.0 engine BMW 2 sērija 2018 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 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.39 m | 4.35 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.56 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes B class is 4 cm longer than the BMW 2 series, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 488 litres | 645 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1547 litres | 1905 litres | |
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BMW 2 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes B class has 157 litres less trunk space than the BMW 2 series. This could mean that the Mercedes B class 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 2 series (by 358 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes B class is 0.7 metres less than that of the BMW 2 series, which means Mercedes B class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 2`140 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Mercedes B class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 2 series has serious deffects in 195 percent more cases than Mercedes B class, so Mercedes B class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9400 | 17 200 | |
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