Frequently asked questions

What is the 0-60 mph time of the Mercedes A45 S and the BMW M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81?

The Mercedes A45 S does 0-60 in 3.7 s; the BMW M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81 does it in 2.8 s.

Which has more horsepower, the Mercedes A45 S or the BMW M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81?

The Mercedes A45 S produces 421 hp; the BMW M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81 produces 502 hp.

Specifications

Specifications	Mercedes A45 S A45 S	BMW M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81 M3 Competition Touring xDrive G81
Model Years	2019-2023	2022-2024
horsepower	421	502
torque (N_M)	499	649
forced Induction	Yes	Yes
weight (KG)	1,550	1,865
Power to Weight	0.27	0.27
Rank	#157	-
Tire	60 P ZERO™ TROFEO R 245/35/19	300 PILOT SPORT 4S 275/35/19 / 285/30/20
engine Description	2.0L turbo I4 (M139)	3.0L twin-turbo I6 (S58)
gearbox	8 DCT AMG SPEEDSHIFT	EIGHT-SPEED AUTO
drive Type	RWD	AWD
wheelbase (MM)	2729	2858
width (MM)	1850	1902
length (MM)	4445	4801
height (MM)	1412	1445
0 - 60 MPH	3.7 SECs	2.8 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	269	280
price MSRP	49,682 €	$ 108,772
Current Value	€ 72,500	$ 100,000
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+0.38s	-0.36s