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Mercedes-Benz B 200 d
Car A
Mercedes-Benz B 200 d
The Mercedes-Benz B 200 d is an efficient family compact that blends a torquey diesel with everyday practicality. It offers good value in its segment with a focus on safety, though it is not built for performance thrills or cargo-heavy duties.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety5.1 L/100km
BMW X3 xDrive20d
Car B
BMW X3 xDrive20d
A well-rounded diesel AWD SUV for growing families and road trips, pairing efficient consumption with usable space. Performance is adequate rather than sporty, and cargo capacity is good but not class-leading.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety190 hpAWD
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 69 / 75
City 50 / 49
Budget / value 60 / 60
Road trip 51 / 61
Performance 26 / 33
Cargo 32 / 38
Practical 52 / 57
Premium 46 / 48
Winter 36 / 76

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mercedes-Benz B 200 d · Orange = BMW X3 xDrive20d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mercedes-Benz B 200 d BMW X3 xDrive20d
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Pros & cons

Mercedes-Benz B 200 d

  • Low 5.1 L/100 km consumption makes daily commuting and longer trips efficient
  • Safety ranks as a strength for this model
  • Practical five-seat layout with a 445-liter trunk for family use
  • 320 Nm diesel torque delivers relaxed motorway pace

BMW X3 xDrive20d

  • Efficient for its class at 5.5 L/100 km
  • AWD traction suits winter and mixed conditions
  • Seats 5 with a 550 L boot for family use and trips
  • Good value in its segment around the 45,000 price point

Verdict

Pick Mercedes-Benz B 200 d if…
Best fuel economy
Mercedes-Benz B 200 d uses 5.1 L/100km vs 5.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick BMW X3 xDrive20d if…
All-wheel drive
BMW X3 xDrive20d's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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