2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. 2019 BMW 1-Series

Drivers looking for a fresh take on luxury driving often find themselves comparing the Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 1-Series. Whether it’s a driver from Rye focusing on performance, a family from Stamford looking for high-end features, or a shopper from New Canaan with a focus on style, the Mercedes-Benz invariably comes out ahead.

A-Class vs. 1-Series: Performance

Both the A-Class and BMW 1-Series are front-wheel drive vehicles that command exceptional engine power, but the A-Class has a stronger base engine. The Mercedes-Benz starts with a 188-hp 2.0L turbo inline-4 engine, while the 1-Series Hatch only gets a base-level 140-hp 1.5L inline-4. BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive will be available with select engines, but the 4MATIC® all-wheel drive system is standard on the A 220 4MATIC®.

A-Class vs. 1-Series: Features

The BMW 1-Series and A-Class might seem neck-and-neck at first glance. Both feature a digital instrument cluster, natural voice recognition, and multimedia display, but there are plenty of features you’ll only enjoy with the Mercedes-Benz, including:

• Touch Controls for the Steering Wheel: Configure the dash display and head unit via tablet-like pads on your steering wheel.
• Available Augmented Reality for Navigation: A forward-facing camera with available MB Navigation shows a live feed of the streets ahead while Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) superimposes street names and other useful information.
• Available PRESAFE® Sound: This extension of PRESAFE® technology plays a “pink noise” via the sound system to stimulate a natural reflex reaction in the human ear that can help protect your hearing in the event of an accident.
• Available Route-Based Speed Adaptation: MB Navigation and DISTRONIC® adaptive cruise control combine to intelligently adjust your speed around changing topography, roads, and more.
• Available 64-Color Ambient LED Interior Lighting: Set the right tone for your drive by selecting between 64 colors for the interior lighting system.

Test Drive the New A-Class at Mercedes-Benz of Greenwich!

Nothing lets you understand the dominance of the new A-Class like taking a test drive from our Greenwich showroom. To find out more about the Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs. BMW 1-Series, or to see how the A-Class compares to the Audi A3 or other models in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, feel free to contact us today.