BMW 1 Series (Five Door) vs Mercedes-Benz A-Class Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Stylish design Premium and luxurious on the inside Read More
Things we don't like	--	Cramped space at the rear Slightly noisy diesel engine Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	360 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	52 L	--
Front Headroom	1018 mm	--
Rear Headroom	972 mm	--
Front Tread	1535 mm	--
Rear Tread	1569 mm	--
Kerb Weight	1375 kg	--
Gross Weight	1865 kg	--
Length	4324 mm	4428 mm
Width	1765 mm	1992 mm
Height	1440 mm	1423 mm
Wheel Base	2690 mm	2729 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Seating Capacity	4 seats	5 seats

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Engine Details

Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Compression Ratio	10.5:1	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6	--
Engine	--	1.3L Gasoline Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve

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Performance

Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline
Engine Displacement	1598 cc	1322 cc
Power	102 hp	163 hp
Torque	180 Nm	250 Nm
Acceleration	11.2 s	8.3 s
Top Speed	195 kmph	230 kmph
Mileage City	13.5 Kmpl	--
Mileage Highway	21.3 Kmpl	--
RPM At Max Power	--	5500 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	--	2000-3500 RPM

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Adjustable Steering Column	--	Yes
Steering Column	--	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	--	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Discs
Front Suspension	--	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	--	Multi-Link

Transmission

Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gear Box	6-Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	2WD	FWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tyre Size	195/55 R16	240/45 R18
Wheel Size	R16	R18
Wheel Covers	--	No
Alloy Wheel Size	--	18 Inch
Tyre Type	--	Radial

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Optional Optional	--
Rear Camera	Optional Optional	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist	--
Curtain Airbags	--	Yes
Knee Airbags	--	No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	--	Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts	--	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Rear Parking Sensors	--	Yes
360 Camera	--	Yes
Emergency Stop Signal	--	Yes
Park Assist	--	No
Hill-Start Assist Control	--	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	--	Yes
Blind Spot monitor	--	No
Lane Departure Warning System	--	No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	--	No
Speed Sensing Door Locks	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Optional Optional	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Optional Optional	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Optional Optional	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Optional Optional	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Rear A/C Vents	Optional Optional	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Optional Optional	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Optional Optional	Yes
Keyless Entry	Optional Optional	Yes
Cruise Control	Optional Optional	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Optional Optional	--
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
Ventilated Front Seats	--	No
Ventilated Rear Seats	--	No
Central Console Armrest	--	Yes
Bottle Holder	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	--	No
Memory Seats	--	No
Head-Up Display	--	No
Wireless Charger	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Optional Optional	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Optional Optional	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
DVD Player	Optional Optional	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Optional Optional	Yes
Navigation System	Optional Optional	--
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Optional Optional	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Optional Optional	No
Touch Screen	Optional Optional	Yes
Display Size	--	10.25 Inch 10.25 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto	--	Yes

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	--	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	--	Yes

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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Optional Optional	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	Optional Optional	--
Heated Seats - Front	Optional Optional	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Optional Optional	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Adjustable Headrest	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No
Seat Upholstery	--	Leather Leather

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Optional Optional	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Optional Optional	--
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Rear Window Washer	--	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	--	Yes
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED
Daytime Running Lights	--	LED LED
Taillight Type	--	LED LED
Headlamps Washer	--	No
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display

Yes

Yes

Interior

Sun Visors

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Yes