Mercedes A class 2018 vs BMW 1 series 2019

 
Mercedes A class
2018 -
BMW 1 series
2019 -
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.5 Diesel1.5 Diesel

Performance

Power: 116 HP116 HP
Torque: 260 NM270 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.5 seconds10.1 seconds
BMW 1 series is a more dynamic driving.
Mercedes A class and BMW 1 series have the same engine power, but Mercedes A class torque is 10 NM less than BMW 1 series. Mercedes A class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data4.2
Fuel tank capacity: 43 litres42 litres
Ground clearance: 104 mm (4.1 inches)153 mm (6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 1 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 1 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of BMW 1 series 2019 if off-road driveability is important to you.

Engines

Engine production duration: 12 years10 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia DusterInstalled on at least 2 other car models, including BMW X1, BMW 2 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes A class might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.45 m4.32 m
Width: 1.80 m1.80 m
Height: 1.44 m1.43 m
Mercedes A class is 13 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: no data380 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
370 litres1200 litres
Turning diameter: no data11.4 meters
Gross weight (kg): 1`9351`940
Safety: no data
Quality:
high

above average
Mercedes A class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data BMW 1 series has serious deffects in 55 percent more cases than Mercedes A class, so Mercedes A class quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 24 60024 600
Pros and Cons: Mercedes A klase has
  • fewer faults
BMW 1 sērija has
  • higher ground clearance
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