Volkswagen Golf vs Mercedes A-Class vs Audi A3 vs BMW 1 Series - Auto Express

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[@FrapsYou]

People dont listen carefully or may have language barrier. He cearly says this is the review of cars which costs less or equal to 22K. VW golf 150hp, BMW 118D 143hp, Audi A3 105hp and Mercedes A180 108hp are all just under or cost around 22k. Obviously if the price wasnt the issue everyone of them would have 200+ hp but that would be different review.

[@utdminiman]

I really like the design of the 1 series and don't understand why people slag it off so much

[@ollywhite9817]

So true Bmw

[@Alteriukas]

+utdminiman I also like BMW design much more. Other cars looks so regular and boring, BMW looks aggressive.

[@ADDONRACER]

Tom yea the f20 m looks like a fkin shark from the sides..

[@rubendragan6514]

Tom it's your choice , you know what u like. i like this car , u like that car.

[@syvah0462]

Tom I love ma 1 series ❤️

[@RadostinVelchev]

Why the hell it is called A180 when it has a 1.5L engine? Those branding strategies are getting more and more confusing

[@ottodob]

+Radostin Velchev its been over a decade since the badge indicated displacement for mercs.

[@kockgunner]

The Golf is probably going to be my first car. I love the understated, timeless design. The interior is so nice too.

[@thadynakat]

did u get it? (bit late lol)

[@3204clivesinclair]

The Renault engine in the Mercedes wasn't designed for the extra weight. "Oh, look at me I have a Mercedes badges Renault". ;-)

[@win7sony]

Easily, easily the A3 for me. The high-quality finish, good efficiency, decent practicality (on the sportback), and pure luxury make it the best all-rounder.

[@owismeal92]

> Mercedes A-class using a Renault engine that is made for Dacias... What the hell is this crap

[@comanchio1976]

I wonder if they let their customers know that at the dealership? ;)

[@owismeal92]

comanchio1976 Naah, they're just gonna be like "this is a car it's a mercedes so it's cool"

[@comanchio1976]

+Owismael That would really piss me off though if I found out after I'd bought it, especially if something went wrong with it and the warranty had run out - thinking I was getting some bullet-proof Mercedes engine, but instead it was from Renault. But then again, that's probably because I'm biased against French cars. If it's reliable and actually a decent engine - I suppose it shouldn't matter.

[@owismeal92]

comanchio1976 I wouldn't call it decent because i see A classes on the street frequently and they're rattly, a bit noisy and sound cheap, also about the reliability i would say that it isn't a reliable engine, from what i'v heard it tends to have turbo failures and other problems. If i were to get an A class, i would go with the A220 because it actually have a Mercedes engine.

[@candyman3108]

Actually, I was at a car show where Merc had it's cars lined up and when I asked how are the sales on that 180d (1.5 dci engine) going, the guy replied angry that this is not a Renault engine, it's a reworked Merc engine and it doesn't have any similarities nor does it share the base with the, I quote, budget branded Renault. Well, that's really nice

[@matty1723]

Am i the only one that hates the look of the Mercedes A-Class?

[@sdkfz162kingtiger]

you like the old one more?

[@matty1723]

Christoph meister No, but the new one is ugly. New A3 and 1 Series look so much better!

[@_crg_]

worst looking there

[@matty1723]

legitimate Sweg Thank god someone agrees.

[@armindehnaei1527]

MattyFPS ohh tanx god so im not alone to thinking about it...

[@jxlowe3954]

A 1 series is the best from my point of view

[@elvispleho5777]

Jxlowe bahaha

[@MrSlofreak]

Not sure why would you drag race a cars with so much difference in horsepower. check on 4:28, VW Golf - 150 HP, BMW 118D - 143 HP, Audi A3 - 105 HP, Mercedes A180 - 109HP. No wonder the much higher horsepower cars would win.

[@RAMANOFFICIAL1]

Guys im thinking for what to get for a second car would u suggest golf or 1 series?

[@maxstechnology6363]

Golf obviously

[@gggromay]

Why not instead have Rebeca washing cars?

[@immysaiyed2660]

Bet u want Rebecca to wash u up

[@zowahh]

fast forward to 2020 for me personally for a used hatchback under 13k its either the polo gti or 1 series 120i

[@ecina1]

Mat this one of your best reviews ever!! Washing the car scene was HILARIOUS

[@blarkdexture8899]

A class is not desirable

[@owismeal92]

+Olof L It's ungly as hell

[@lorenioooooas]

it's over the top, it's like wearing a gold chain. Only reason i don't like mercedes, i prefer a classy audi tbh, if you're a flashy guy like "ooh look at me" kinda personality, then fair enough, but i like to have luxury without much flash.

[@marcogalindo7657]

The A180d is terribly slow

[@nousernamesification]

I'd take the BMW1, it just has a really, really nice shape. Put on some interesting wheels and it looks like a small muscle car. Love it!

[@gene978]

I agree! MATT OUT DID HIMSELF! Excellent review! EXCELLENT COMPARISON. I WISH ALL reviews were like this when comparing!

[@souljaruman1]

That Audi A3 looks the best there.

[@lucamenna8208]

For you, i like the Golf.

[@KDErkisi]

Luca Menna Seriously? It's boring as fuck. Oh I'm sorry, it's a "conservative" design... That's VW's excuse for their inability to make interesting designs.

[@lucamenna8208]

Aragiss Yeah cause the audi is so different from the last version. I tried the mercedes too and i can say that it's an awesome car.

[@jetgil7523]

Aragiss Fuck you Mercedes makes the best diessel engines in the world but they are excpencive

[@wealradyknowwhois]

5 door car is more practical then 3 door thats a clever comparison Auto Expres

[@psgakm4]

I like and understand all the test but the last one about practicality im not so sure. Are u trying to say the other three cars dont have many compartmnets or it cant seat 3 in the back?

[@DodgeViperAS]

Disagree with 'most desirable car'.... A3 interior is class leading and it comes with xenons whereas the others come with shitty halogen lights

[@Toyota4Life]

Where is the Lexus CTh ? Is not available ? Im pretty sure it would have come first or 2nd

[@A7medMido28]

golf:practical ... a class:brand name ... 1 series:fun ... a3:interior ... PERIOD.

[@captainAUBS]

the gap at 2:50 on the left side under the air vent looks a little strange to me, or am i just sad?

[@AutoAbsolute]

The 1 series is definitely more desirable - but only in M-Sport spec. The screen on the Merc is very low res which looks like its 5-6 years older than the others

[@vaju79]

So a 180 hp vs a 105 hp car. nice review, what's next? bugatti veyron vs fiat uno?

[@andylie7699]

The Golf had 150hp, but yeah it should have been a 1.6 TDI 105hp

[@knsema2]

Andreas Lie well - they was comparing price. What could you get for less than 22g - which was a 109 hp engine in the mercedes compared to 150 in the golf and 143 in the bmw

[@joaomarquesfaisca2510]

knsema2 finally somebody who actually watched the video

[@SugarBlood15]

***** Idiot.It was a statment about the price.180 hp car cost the same as 105 hp car.So you get more for your money.

[@strangemagic5502]

Luxury and practically is important to me. I need solid performance but not unnecessary speed, well built quality, a nice dashboard layout but I don't need back seat passengers. Not forgetting a good sized boot which the a class lacks. It's the Audi for me

[@watannen]

FYI, Renault has built some great engines over the years. The 1.5 DCI is one of them. Their interiors may not be great, but as an engine designer... hats off to Renault!

[@tigerbalm666]

Very good review. A lot of good points. I hate performance comparisons, since 99.9% driving are within speed limits. Performance is irrelevant! Cargo, comfort, economy, price, etc are the main important facts to know. Styling is too! Admit it, we all like something with a certain style and it's what usually determines whether we want to buy something or not. So please focus on the details of the styling!

[@vaju79]

Audi is the best. I love my a3 :)

[@Edmpotato]

Tbh I think they chose the 2.0L Golf since it matched the price point of the other cars. So it's basically a comparison of a bang for your buck. XD

[@jrdxx]

Mercedes A 1395kg - Audi a3 1305 kg. And the problem is the 1.5 dci of renault?

[@matamatem]

I'd pick the A3.... there is something pleasant in every Audi I see :D

[@19Mellon73]

for example ? or do you confuse it with car production tech ?

[@wparo]

Stupid because if you comparing performance choose similar engines. Which means using 120d instead of 116d BMW and 2.0tdi instead of 1.6 tdi on audi.

[@lukem4580]

Its because its a comparison in regard to price and model variant, so all cars are closely matched in terms of equipment/spec/price.

[@MrOnat89]

this is not a fair drag race. where is A200CDI or A220CDI, A3 2.0 TDI and 120d or 125d ?

[@andythorp7365]

Why wasn't the Volvo V40 included in this comparison?

[@danesebruno]

Get a Mazda3 2.2 Diesel. It looks better than all these cars, drives very nicely, has a posh interior, it's practical and it HUMILIATES these cars on a drag race.

[@edgiebraahhh7280]

get out with mazda ...

[@edgiebraahhh7280]

Bruno Danese sweet "Bruno" why are you not working

[@danesebruno]

I work full time bud. That's how I can afford brand new cars

[@edgiebraahhh7280]

Bruno Danese you're acting like a child ... Thats probably what you are

[@danesebruno]

Sure

[@hamzaleu]

Let’s not forget that the Bimmer is the only RWD car out there

[@lallarolle]

Is the wrench an optional extra or included? Since it will break down quite a lot being an Alfa :)

[@DaveBriffa]

to put the record straight, the BMW 118d has a 1995cc engine as does the 120d and 125d, they just have different tuning specs, also a merc 200 is a 1.8 not a 2.0.

[@theguym]

Are all A-class engines made by Renault, or only this specific version?

[@Leo-pz2vh]

Only the cheapest version has this motor

[@SwimmingGuides]

And which one would u choose among the four?

[@LegacyIvyTerascale]

GREAT Comparasion he also sayd that the cars are Diesel , but not that they NEED to be Diesel for this Comparasion and the Bimmer is RWD , while the Ren... i mean Merc Audi and Golf are FWD so if the Merc with Renault engine is allowed , why didnt you choosed an A3 with Quattro , when you ALREADY have 2 left

[@subaruWRC19]

witch color for the BMW ? Black or grey ?

[@emmanmwela2390]

😂😂 the mercedes car washing scene was hilarious, great review Matt

[@00kirbyd]

Comparison about the price. How many times did he say that in the video? Were you not watching?

[@nO_d3N1AL]

Definitely the Merc. Best looking, best interior, not too expensive, well-equipped, very fuel efficient and not slow if you go for the higher spec models

[@jaafarremaoun3020]

wtf is that you compare 1.6tdi with 2.0tdi with 118d hahhahahah

[@PedroFTeixeira]

The problem is for all of those 4 is... comparing them the Kia and Hyundai. Currently have the same premium feel... for a lot less money.

[@NedjoKovacevic]

For those that haven't properly heard Mat, the benchmark reference was price! That's why Merc had Sandero's engine, and A3 has 1.6TDI unlike Golf's 2.0TDI

[@superravmanrampage]

Mat. One of the best presenters out! Needs more TV coverage!

[@Amin_Choudhury]

Do you think he's got a decent amount of coverage now?

[@Amin_Choudhury]

Lol

[@Top_Gear_Clips_Central]

@@Amin_Choudhury probably

[@Amin_Choudhury]

@@Top_Gear_Clips_Central haha

[@Mladjasmilic]

It is Renault engine , that also could be found in Dacia Sandero . For example , Audi A3 1.6 TDI uses the same VW group 1.6 TDI engine that could be found in Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI .

[@pedrothevenard]

in Europe 80% of the cars have manual transmission, only in America automatic sells more then manuals, everywhere else in the world the manuals are the best sellers, and they are just better to drive.

[@torogami2]

That's how drag races are done. No one races cars that just have the same engine. That only tests driving ability.

[@Faithinthedock]

One thing that I think was overlooked, is that the golf at £22k isn't that well equipped. No parking sensors, sat-nav etc. A few 'normal' extras takes it over £23k and then you can get the A-Class Merc with a proper 'Merc' engine.

[@m1rchegfn]

Why are you comparing 1.6 TDI vs 2.0 TDI? Or it was so the price would be similar?

[@comanchio1976]

They're comparing like-for-like price-wise. Which, unless you know practically nothing about cars - seems totally pointless to me.

[@imjustghostin6767]

thats my point it dont make sense its a stupid race ? theres golfs 1.6d even bmw 116d why involve 2.0 bmw and 2.0 golf? stupid and shit race

[@gngan]

You don't get it don't you? This reviews is using the cost to compare each others. There are other reviews based of power for the comparison.

[@nrnccrdn]

This drag race wasn't fair at all. I mean, what the *beep*, Golf is 2.0 with what... 140-180PS? A3 is a 1.6 in this video... I own a 2.0 TDI A3 S-Line and I blow away my friend's Golf 2.0 TDI with no problems even though it is basicaly the same engine (firmer suspension, lower weight).

[@alpointner633]

Fair drag race is, if the right car wins. Right car is your favourite car. No further questions.

[@toyota420xp]

the whole point is that they are similarly priced.

[@shshshshhh001]

CAN'T STOP WATCHING MATT WASHING THE MERC. JUST LMFAO!!lLOL

[@janrdoh]

The Golf wins two more catagories and that is the plain jane prize and least likely to receive a second glance from other road users.

[@00kirbyd]

Not many people know realise you're being serious. They thought you were joking, so what you mean is you do actually want to buy the Merc because it's engine is also in a Dacia.

[@XPoChangLinX]

Can't understand why lots of people can't get the concept behind the vid. 1) Under (Just)22K 2)Diesel..... So many commented "BMW XXXi is faster" or "Why is the Merc 1.6 and Golf 2.0?"

[@jxlowe3954]

A bmw 1 series is NOT ugly

[@maikelligtvoet713]

value for money!! for sure the Golf number 1

[@m.b305]

I heard 114i has the same 1.6T like the 116i and 118i but only downgraded.. saw the evidence when i met a tuned 114i, he left me in dust bro and i was in an 118i stock.. he made around 200hp

[@HotCornerPula]

and another thing, BMW has also it's own app so u can connect your iphone/android phone to the car...

[@yashinnil5047]

one of the best most entertaining reviews of everyday cars Ive seen in a a while , kudos props and then some to the reviewer and his team

[@S1ickA2K]

Why would you compare a 1.8 a 2lt and a 1.5 and a 1.6?????

[@tr1ck94]

Subtitles at 0:17 "It costs twenty-two bandits and parents" LoL!

[@finnbonner15]

Well actually here in not Europe or America, ie: New Zealand no one drives manuals, only wired old people with cars from the 80s. Go to anny dealer you'll be hard pressed to find manual options in any car. Merc, and bmw don't even offer them here.

[@zaidtemsamani8061]

to compare the bmw118d with vwgolf 2.0tdi you used to choose the audi A3 2.0 tdi 150hp and the Mercedes A200

[@cmagennis927]

So far the best selling Golf in the UK is the 1.6 TDI SE, so try comparing that to the rivals and the BMW would of came out on top for performance.

[@tredfxman]

Depends on what A-Class your buying. It seems Mercedes have gone 2 ways with this car. One way is using more economical Renault engines for the low end models. Another way if your getting high end sport versions. The upcoming A45 AMG engine for this car will have 360 Horspowers which Mercedes claims is the most powerful 4 cylinder engine in the world. It even outruns a entry level Porsche Carrera 911 in the Sprint Time... ;)

[@TheSquishMovies]

Finally a good presenter! stayed awake this time. Well done.

[@AnsisX]

I guess they tried to get around the same price for all, leaving a higher budget for the m1 ang golf, because the aclass and a3 are quite a step ahead in terms of price.

[@davidhayes4814]

It seems like quite a sensible comparison. All vehicles are pretty good and price does matter. That VW engine may have cheated nitrogen dioxide emissions but it allows for decent overtaking on A roads.

[@derbigpr500]

Wtf are you talking about? Golf has the least equipment here. It doesn't even have leather seats. A3 and A class have leather seats, sat nav, etc. 1 series even has an M-pack.

[@philgoodinc2]

Being in the market for a German Hatch, Ive looked and driven all 4 of these cars in petrol variant except the a180 which is an a200. (a180 not available in Australia.) I agree with most of the review except a few things Id like to add. The A series can also fit 3 (skinny) adults in the back. And practicality is a personal thing, personally, I found the extra storage in the VW to be a pain because it would just be filled with crap most of the time and It made it feel really cheap. I'd prefer the gadgets in the Merc instead. Build Quality I'd rank 1-A Series 2-A3 (very close for 1st) 3-1 Series 4-Golf.

[@hunghuge12]

What other German manufactured 1.5 diesels are there then?

[@bradleyland]

The purpose was to compare on cost, not on specification. Racing two cars with similar HP/weight ratios shouldn't result in any more surprises than this race did.

[@AlexGhila]

dude you put 2.0 tdi 150 hp vs 1.6 and 1.5 ?

[@charlsback]

well, as much as i like your reviews i have to say that that performance test was unreal because i´m sure that the BMW is much faster round any track, any day

[@bunser12345]

Only the 180 CDI is a Renault engine. If you don't like it u can take any of the other engines, they're all made in Germany by Mercedes Benz. AND the 180 CDI isnt exactly the same engine how it's used for Renault/Dacia they've tuned it up a bit.

[@AlternativeUses]

They should do another comparo where they go "downmarket" with a seat, focus, etc. Good review though.

[@Autoecolebonneroute]

golf is just PERFECT

[@globalmedia116]

iphone 5 working with Drive kit plus?

[@lejejzerman]

why do you compare 2 L engines with 1.5 L ones?

[@TheOne42]

Was Mat testing the BMW on TopGear's test track?

[@Mcmerc01]

A Mercedes engine in a Renault. Yes. They are quite different though. The Mercedes' engine obviously being much more refined, tuned to a higher specification too.

[@lambosuperl]

Why is the Volvo V40 not here?

[@weedmastersr]

Agree with you the A3 and the Golf are pretty much the same car. I would have loved to see the Giulietta in the comparison as well.

[@compfreak]

Sure, and the M135i is also better. But they are comparing entry level cars, not high performance versions.

[@00kirbyd]

I don't drive Fords, but they don't suck actually. The plastics in the BMW 1 series leave a lot to be desired.

[@mario1023]

I think the BMW 1 looks the best!

[@royalstarfish17]

Love it when a VW destroys a Mercedes. :))

[@HMR228]

But VW is 150 HP and Mercedes is 109 HP. Not a fair competition at all.

[@SlVASLl]

Hasan Rüstemoğlu then the price giving is not fair competitions

[@HMR228]

SlVASLl I am not rich enough to buy the cheap things like a problematic DSG utilized Golf.

[@adamchase1517]

I have a raced against a golf 1.6 Auto DSG absolutely destroyed the A180 manual.

[@haydarduman8829]

Mercedes Classe A (Moteur Renault) Mercedes.. bmw

[@RAPFlavour87]

You do you English mean about a car when you say "SE" ? Standard equipment ?

[@MarckTange]

Nice and useful review for a guy deciding between the Audi A3 and Golf! Thanks

[@emrico]

that's because they chose a price point, a high powered mercedes or audi would've costed more

[@BigJay1918]

The Golf is the best family car out of the four no doubt, I'm young though and I've got the 1 series, much more fun/thrilling to drive than the other three. Personally I think the 1 series is sexy, you either hate it or love it