Mercedes CLA 2016 vs BMW 3 series 2012
| Body: | Coupe | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 HP | 245 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes CLA engine produces 27 HP less power than BMW 3 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Mercedes CLA reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 6.8 | |
| Mercedes CLA consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the Mercedes CLA over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 56 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 1030 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW 3 sērija 2012: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | Installed on at least 8 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. | |||
| 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 BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine: Until 2015, engines used to have problems with the timing chain guides, which have been resolved over time. Other problems with this engine are the oil pump performance and its drive chain, as well as cracking ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2012 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.62 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes CLA is 2 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 470 litres | 480 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Mercedes CLA has 10 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Mercedes CLA uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes CLA is 0.7 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Mercedes CLA can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`965 | 2`060 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 17 400 | 11 600 | |
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