The 2-Series lineup offers an interesting foil to the Mercedes-Benz CLA and A-Class ranges.
The Gran Coupe is slightly more spacious than a CLA and slightly more stylish than an A-Class, and you’ll spend a lot more to buy a C-Class convertible or coupe.
Audi’s A3 range is buttoned down and full of tech, though there’s no convertible or coupe to tempt.
The Cadillac CT4 is stylish outside and priced right—don’t leave it off your shopping list.
If you’re set on a Gran Coupe, it may be worth shopping the slightly cheaper and more spacious X1 crossover.
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No matter the flavor, the 2021 BMW 2-Series lineup offers plenty of appeal—if not so much back-seat room. |
The 2021 BMW X1 is an appealing crossover with hatchback moves, but keep a lid on options for the better value. |
The 2021 Cadillac CT4 is well-equipped and fun to drive, making it a good small sedan choice. |
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a stylish little sedan with plenty of personality and a hefty price tag. |
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a cheap way to get into the three-pointed star’s lineup, but it doesn’t skimp on much. |
The 2020 Audi A3 is a well-equipped entry-level compact sedan that delivers more substance than flash. |
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| $35,700 | $35,400 | $33,395 | $37,850 | $33,650 | $33,300 |
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| 18 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy |
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| Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbocharged I4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| Compact Cars | Large Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Subcompact Cars | Subcompact Cars |
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| 228i Gran Coupe | sDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle | 4-Door Sedan Luxury | CLA 250 Coupe | A 220 Sedan | Premium 40 TFSI |
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| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sports Activity Vehicle | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Auto-Shift Manual w/OD |
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