BMW 1 series 2017 vs Mazda 3 2019
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 231 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 213 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
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BMW 1 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 1 series engine produces 81 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 137 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power BMW 1 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | 6.9 | |
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The BMW 1 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 1 series consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that by driving the BMW 1 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 780 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| BMW 1 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 320'000 km | 420'000 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 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including BMW X1, BMW 2 sērija | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 1 sērija 2017 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 1 sērija 2017 2.0 engine Mazda 3 2019 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 3 2019 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.46 m | 4.46 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 1 series and Mazda 3 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 295 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1019 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda 3 scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | low | |
| BMW 1 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mazda 3 has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than BMW 1 series, so BMW 1 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | no data | 21 400 | |
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