2020 Audi A3 vs. 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.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 BMW 2 Series Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A3 ranges from $22,882 to $31,994 while a used 2020 BMW 2 Series is priced between $25,039 to $37,495.
2020 Audi A3 vs. 2020 BMW 2 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW 2 Series loses 49.9 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Audi A3 retains 1.1 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 Comparison
The 2020 Audi A3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,882 - $31,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$25,039 - $37,495
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.9%
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
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22 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
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32 out of / 36Ranking
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33 out of / 36BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
28 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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
