Renault Kangoo 2013 vs BMW 2 series 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 86 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 200 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds | |
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BMW 2 series is a more dynamic driving. Renault Kangoo engine produces 104 HP less power than BMW 2 series, whereas torque is 200 NM less than BMW 2 series. Due to the lower power, Renault Kangoo reaches 100 km/h speed 5.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 6.4 l/100km | |
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The Renault Kangoo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Kangoo consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 2 series, which means that by driving the Renault Kangoo over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Kangoo consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 2 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1300 km in combined cycle | 1080 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 1150 km on highway | ||
| 1000 km with real consumption | 790 km with real consumption | ||
| Renault Kangoo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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 2 sērija 2018: 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 | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 22 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Nissan Juke | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW 1 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 2 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Kangoo 2013 1.5 engine: The engine has many modifications, is sufficiently common and spare parts are available. The fuel consumption/power ratio is good. The fuel injection system can be a problem and the timing belt change interval ... More about Renault Kangoo 2013 1.5 engine BMW 2 sērija 2018 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW 2 sērija 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.21 m | 4.35 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.80 m | 1.56 m | |
| Renault Kangoo is 14 cm shorter than the BMW 2 series, 3 cm wider, while the height of Renault Kangoo is 25 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 660 litres | 645 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2600 litres | 1905 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Renault Kangoo has 15 litres more trunk space than the BMW 2 series. The BMW 2 series may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Kangoo (by 695 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Kangoo is 1 metres less than that of the BMW 2 series, which means Renault Kangoo can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`954 | 2`280 | |
| Safety: | |||
| BMW 2 series scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | below average | |
| BMW 2 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Kangoo has serious deffects in 295 percent more cases than BMW 2 series, so BMW 2 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 9400 | 19 200 | |
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