Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 4 Series
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 4 Series have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class's and the BMW 4 Series's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 4 Series Pricing
A used 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class ranges from $33,691 to $41,361 while a used 2022 BMW 4 Series is priced between $40,146 to $60,757.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 4 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class loses 44.4 percent of its value and the BMW 4 Series loses 50 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz A-Class retains 5.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the BMW 4 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. Both the A-Class and the 4 Series are rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 473 and 530 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 4 Series, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz A-Class, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,722 - $47,659
Used Asking Price:
$33,691 - $41,361
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$40,146 - $60,757
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50%
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
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2 out of / 25Ranking
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3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 25Ranking
36 out of / 36BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 27Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
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24 out of / 36Ranking
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24 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Trim Levels
A 220, A 220 4MATIC
BMW 4 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 / 50000 miles
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
294 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 473 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
8.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3285 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
179.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3792 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
