Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Should you buy Audi Q3 or Mercedes-Benz GLA? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Audi Q3 price starts at Rs 44.25 Lakh ex-showroom for Premium (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 51.75 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). Q3 has 1984 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Q3 has a mileage of 10.14 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).
Q3 Vs GLA
| Key Highlights | Audi Q3 | Mercedes-Benz GLA |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.63,06,116* | Rs.58,27,905* |
| Mileage (city) | 5.4 kmpl | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1984 | 1332 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison
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Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.63,06,116* | Rs.58,27,905* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,20,022/month | Rs.1,11,769/month |
| Insurance | Rs.2,39,966 | Rs.77,025 |
| User Rating | Based on 79 Reviews | Based on 21 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines✕ | 40 TFSI quattro S tronic | - |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1984 | 1332 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.✕ | 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm | 160.92bhp |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | 5.4 | - |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 7.89 | - |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | - | 17.4 |
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.✕ | - | Air suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.✕ | - | Air suspension |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.✕ | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.✕ | Tilt & telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4482 | 4412 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors✕ | 1849 | 2020 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces✕ | 1607 | 1616 |
| Wheel Base (mm) Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .✕ | 2500 | 2651 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.✕ | Yes | - |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.✕ | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - |
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Exterior
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| Available Colors | Navvara Blue Metallic Mythos Black Metallic Pulse Orange Solid Glacier White Metallic Navarra Blue Metallic Q3 Colors | Mountain Grey Iridium Silver Polar White Cosmos Black GLA Colors |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
- Comfortable ride quality. Deals with broken roads confidently.
- Potent 2.0-litre TSI + 7-speed DSG combo: pocket rocket if you want it to be!
- Practical and spacious cabin for a family of four.
- Sporty looking SUV with AMG-Line accents
- Premium interior quality and layout
- Frugal and fun to drive diesel engine
- Come with premium features like panoramic sunroof, 360 degree camera, dual zone
- Climate control and front powered seats with memory
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- No diesel engine on offer.
- 360° camera, ventilated front seats, ADAS should’ve been included at the price.
- Road presence is not dominating
- Bigger bumps are felt in the cabin with 19-inch wheels
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