Compare performance (530 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Mercedes B Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes B Class has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £ , while the BMW 2 Series costs 39200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6042 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the BMW 2 Series with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series has a decisively edge – offering 530 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 2 Series is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes B Class takes 6.50 s. That’s about 2.70 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 250 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls evident stronger with 650 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Mercedes B Class offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is slightly lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers somewhat more room – 455 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes B Class noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 150 kg.
The Mercedes B Class proves to be slightly ahead and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes B Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
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Price
39200 - 98600 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
83 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
MPV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
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Curb weight
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
390 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4537 - 4548 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1838 - 1887 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1390 - 1404 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
350 - 400 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 530 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
237 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
250 - 650 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
115 - 390 kW
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Power kW
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, F
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.