2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 BMW 2 Series
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Audi A3 and 2020 BMW 2 Series contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Audi A3 and the 2020 BMW 2 Series.
When comparing the 2020 Audi A3's and the 2020 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2020 BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi A3's and the 2020 BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2020 BMW 2 Series.
Pricing: A used 2020 Audi A3 ranges from $19,994 to $28,986 while a used 2020 BMW 2 Series is priced between $22,254 to $32,848.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A3 loses 48.3 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 2 Series loses 49.2 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi A3 retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW 2 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Audi A3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW 2 Series base engine makes 228 horsepower. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles. The 2 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. This gives the 2020 Audi A3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 BMW 2 Series. The A3 uses regular unleaded, and the 2 Series uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the 2020 BMW 2 Series has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The 2020 Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,300
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$41,892
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$25,900 - $53,950
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$37,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$41,892
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$25,900 - $53,950
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,531
Price Range:
$19,994 - $28,986
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$32,136
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$22,644 - $45,083
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
86
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
44,674
# Good or Great Deals:
28
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,607
Price Range:
$22,254 - $32,848
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$32,136
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
$22,644 - $45,083
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
89
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43,970
# Good or Great Deals:
32
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Audi A3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.1 - 10.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 BMW 2 Series
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
4.1 - 10.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.9 - 27.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.9 - 27.1
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Audi A3 Trim Levels
Premium 40 TFSI, Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI
2020 BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 36 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 436 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
12.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3197 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3534 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Cosmos Blue Metallic
Gray
Monsoon Gray Metallic / Nano Gray Metallic / Quantum Gray
Red
Tango Red Metallic
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic / Ibis White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Misano Blue Metallic / Seaside Blue Metallic / Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic / Storm Bay Metallic
Red
Melbourne Red Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Rock Gray Stitching
Brown
Chestnut Brown
Gray
Rock Gray/Gray
Red
Magma Red w/ Anthracite Stitching
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Highlight
Brown
Mocha
Gray
Oyster / Oyster/Black
Red
Magma Red
