BMW X2 xDrive20d vs Mercedes-Benz A 250d

BMW X2 xDrive20d

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

BMW X2 xDrive20d

An efficient AWD diesel SUV for growing families and winter climates, the X2 xDrive20d focuses on low running costs and everyday ease. Performance and cargo are adequate, making it good value in its segment rather than a performance or hauling leader.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.9 L/100kmAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

The Mercedes-Benz A 250d is a compact, five-seat diesel that balances efficient commuting (5.1 L/100km) with unexpectedly strong acceleration, making it a practical fit for city and family use. It offers good value in its segment, though it is not aimed at cargo-heavy tasks or enthusiast driving.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety190 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 73 / 61

City 51 / 51

Budget / value 67 / 51

Road trip 57 / 49

Performance 31 / 22

Cargo 34 / 31

Practical 57 / 42

Premium 45 / 46

Winter 76 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = BMW X2 xDrive20d · Orange = Mercedes-Benz A 250d

Specs side-by-side

Spec BMW X2 xDrive20d Mercedes-Benz A 250d

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Pros & cons

BMW X2 xDrive20d

Efficient for its class (4.9 L/100 km) reduces fuel spend
AWD traction adds confidence in winter and mixed conditions
Five seats and a 470 L boot work for growing families and road trips
Listed at 36,000, it offers good value in its segment
You want stronger acceleration than 7.7 s 0–100 km/h and 150 hp provide
You need maximum cargo capacity; 470 L may be tight
You prefer petrol or hybrid power over diesel
You require seven seats; this is a five-seater

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

Efficient for its class at 5.1 L/100km, easing fuel bills
Five seats and a 420-liter trunk suit daily family and city duties
Quick 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s helps with confident merging and overtakes
Signals a strong safety standing within its class
Diesel powertrain will not appeal if you want electrified or petrol options
Not geared toward performance driving, despite quick straight-line numbers
420-liter cargo area may feel tight for cargo-heavy use
Price may exceed some mainstream compact alternatives

Verdict

Pick BMW X2 xDrive20d if…

Best fuel economy

BMW X2 xDrive20d uses 4.9 L/100km vs 5.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250d if…

More power

Mercedes-Benz A 250d puts out 190 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

BMW X2 xDrive20d

Mercedes-Benz A 250d

Verdict

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