2020 BMW 2 Series vs. 2019 Audi A3
When we compare the 2020 BMW 2 Series's and the 2019 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2020 BMW 2 Series's and the 2019 Audi A3's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Audi A3 is a better car than the 2020 BMW 2 Series.
2020 BMW 2 Series vs. 2019 Audi A3 Pricing
A used 2020 BMW 2 Series ranges from $24,998 to $37,493 while a used 2019 Audi A3 is priced between $19,996 to $28,996.
2020 BMW 2 Series vs. 2019 Audi A3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 BMW 2 Series loses 49.9 percent of its value and the 2019 Audi A3 loses 48.8 percent of its value. This means the 2019 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 BMW 2 Series’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2019 Audi A3 base engine makes 184 horsepower. The 2 Series is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 436 miles. The A3 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. This gives the 2019 Audi A3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 BMW 2 Series. The 2 Series uses premium unleaded, and the A3 uses regular 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 2019 Audi A3 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2019 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:
24998 - 37493
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499327
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19996 - 28996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.487828
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi A3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.719707 / 10
Reliability:
7.959123 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 36Audi A3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
35 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Audi A3 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
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
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
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):
26 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
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
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
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17