
The Audi A3 convertible is the closest competitor to the BMW 2-Series and offers a similarly potent turbo-4 that we like.
The M240i has a leg up for performance, but Audi’s infotainment system is easier to use.
The Cadillac ATS isn’t long for lots.
The automaker will discontinue it soon in favor of another model.
Discounts should be plentiful.
The CLA-Class is a four-door, although like the 2-Series, we only consider two seats to be fully useful.
The Cascada may be discontinued next year and is a better pick if your convertible needs only to be a boulevardier.
The Toyota 86 is far less expensive and less luxurious, but offers the same rear-drive layout that makes the 2-Series compelling.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2019 2-Series coupe or convertible is proof that the formula BMW helped create still works. |
The 2019 Audi A3 is a well-equipped entry point to luxury sedan ownership with few drawbacks. |
The 2019 Buick Cascada convertible means retirement like a gold watch. It’s stylish, small, and reasonably priced, but not very spacious. |
The 2019 Cadillac ATS pares down to only a two-door coupe this year as it heads toward the sunset as Cadillac's sporty compact. |
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a compact luxury car with finesse. Its low price is justified in its small footprint and interior, but it still looks great. |
If you value driving fun over pure power, there’s hardly a vehicle more up to the task than the 2019 Toyota 86. |
MSRP From | |||||
$35,300 | $32,500 | $33,070 | $38,995 | $33,100 | $26,655 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
18 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded H-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Subcompact Cars | Subcompact Cars | Subcompact Car | Compact | Compact Cars | Minicompact Cars |
Style Name | |||||
230i Coupe | Titanium Premium 40 TFSI | 2-Door Convertible | 2-Door Coupe 2.0L RWD | CLA 250 Coupe | Manual (Natl) |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | 2 | 2 | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Coupe | Sedan | Convertible | Coupe | Sedan | Coupe |
Transmission | |||||
Automatic w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2019 BMW 2-Series vs. 2019 Audi A3 | 2019 BMW 2-Series vs. 2019 Buick Cascada | 2019 BMW 2-Series vs. 2019 Cadillac ATS | 2019 BMW 2-Series vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA Class | 2019 BMW 2-Series vs. 2019 Toyota 86 |