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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Should you buy BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine 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. BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price starts at Rs 60.60 Lakh ex-showroom for 330Li M Sport (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 51.75 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). 3 Series Gran Limousine has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the 3 Series Gran Limousine has a mileage of 19.61 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Diesel top model).

3 Series Gran Limousine Vs GLA

Key HighlightsBMW 3 Series Gran LimousineMercedes-Benz GLA
On Road PriceRs.76,57,378*Rs.67,07,552*
Fuel TypeDieselDiesel
Engine(cc)19951950
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison

Basic Information
On-Road Price in New Delhi
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Rs.76,57,378*
Rs.67,07,552*
Finance Available (EMI)
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Rs.1,45,744/month
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Rs.1,28,604/month
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Insurance
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Rs.2,79,878
Rs.1,00,897
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4.3
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Brochure
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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type
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TwinPower Turbo
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Displacement (cc)
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1995
1950
No. of Cylinders
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Max Power (bhp@rpm)
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187.74bhp@4000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
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400Nm@1750-2500rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
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4
4
Turbo Charger
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-
Yes
Transmission Type
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Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
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8-Speed AT
8-Speed DCT
Drive Type
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Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type
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Diesel
Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)
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19.61
18.9
Emission Norm Compliance
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BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)
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235
219
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension
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No
Air suspension
Rear Suspension
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No
Air suspension
Steering Type
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Electric
Electric
Steering Column
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Tilt & telescopic
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Front Brake Type
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Disc
Rear Brake Type
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-
Disc
Top Speed (Kmph)
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235
219
0-100kmph (Seconds)
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7.6 s
7.5 s
Braking (100-0kmph) (Seconds)
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35.25
verified
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Tyre Size
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F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
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Tyre Type
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Radial tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
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No
City driveability (20-80kmph) (Seconds)
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4.57
verified
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Braking (80-0 kmph) (Seconds)
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22.85
verified
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Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)
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225/45 R18
18 inch
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)
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225/45 R18
18 inch
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
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-
1422 Litres
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)
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4823
4412
Width (mm)
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1827
2020
Height (mm)
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1441
1616
Wheel Base (mm)
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2400
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Rear Tread (mm)
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1606
Kerb Weight (kg)
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1640
1570
Grossweight (kg)
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2225
Seating Capacity
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5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
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480
427
No. of Doors
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4
5
Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering
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YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
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3 Zone
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Air Quality Control
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Yes
-
Accessory Power Outlet
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YesYes
Trunk Light
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Yes
-
Rear Reading Lamp
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YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
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Optional
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
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YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
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-
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
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YesYes
Rear AC Vents
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Yes
-
Multifunction Steering Wheel
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YesYes
Cruise Control
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YesYes
Parking Sensors
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Front & Rear
Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
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Yes
-
Foldable Rear Seat
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60:40 Split
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Engine Start Stop Button
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YesYes
Cooled Glovebox
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Yes
-
Bottle Holder
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Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands
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Yes
-
Paddle Shifters
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YesYes
USB Charger
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Front & Rear
Front
Central Console Armrest
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With Storage
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Tailgate Ajar Warning
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Yes
-
Hands-Free Tailgate
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YesNo
Gear Shift Indicator
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No
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Rear Curtain
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No
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Luggage Hook And Net
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No
-
Lane Change Indicator
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No
-
Additional Features
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Digital Key Handover
Memory Function Seats
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Front
-
Drive Modes
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3
-
Idle Start Stop System
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Yes
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Air Conditioner
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YesYes
Heater
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YesYes
Adjustable Steering
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NoYes
KeyLess Entry
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YesYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
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YesYes
Electric Adjustable Seats
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Front
-
Automatic Headlamps
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Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
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YesYes
Interior
Tachometer
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YesYes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
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YesYes
Glove Box
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YesYes
Digital Odometer
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YesYes
Additional Features
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Floor mats in Velour,Ambient lighting with Welcome Light Carpet,Galvanic embellisher for controls,Storage compartment package,Instrument panel in Sensatec,Comfort enhanced Seats in Front and Rear,Black High gloss and Aluminium combination,Widescreen Curved Display
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Digital Cluster
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YesYes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)
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12.28
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Upholstery
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Leather
Leatherette
Exterior
Available Colors
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Carbon BlackMineral WhitePortimao BlueSkyscraper Metallic3 Series Gran Limousine ColorsMountain GreyIridium SilverPolar WhiteCosmos BlackGLA Colors
Body Type
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Adjustable Headlamps
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Yes
-
Rain Sensing Wiper
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Yes
-
Rear Window Wiper
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Yes
-
Rear Window Washer
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Yes
-
Rear Window Defogger
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Yes
-
Wheel Covers
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No
-
Alloy Wheels
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YesYes
Rear Spoiler
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-
Yes
Sun Roof
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YesYes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
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Yes
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Integrated Antenna
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YesYes
Projector Headlamps
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Yes
Cornering Headlamps
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No
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LED DRLs
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YesYes
LED Headlamps
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YesYes
LED Taillights
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YesYes
Additional Features
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M Aerodynamics package with front apron, side sills and rear apron in body colour with front bumper trim insert in Dark Shadow metallic,BMW Kidney Grille with exclusively designed vertical double slats in Chrome High-Gloss,BMW Kidney frame in Chrome High-Gloss,Car key with M designation,BMW Individual High-Gloss shadow line with window frame decorative moulding, window guide-rail and mirror frame in Black High-Gloss,M door sill finishers front and rear,Exterior mirrors electrically adjustable and heated electrically foldable with automatic anti-dazzle function (driver's side) and parking function for passenger side exterior mirror,Heat Protection Glazing,Acoustic Glazing on front windscreen,LED headlights with extended contents,Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
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Automatic Headlamps
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Yes
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Sunroof
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Panoramic
Panoramic
Boot Opening
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Automatic
Automatic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
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Yes
-
Tyre Size
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F:225/45 R18,R:255/40 R18
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Tyre Type
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Radial tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)
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-
No
Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
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YesYes
Brake Assist
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YesYes
Central Locking
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YesYes
Child Safety Locks
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YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
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Yes
-
No. of Airbags
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8
7
Driver Airbag
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YesYes
Passenger Airbag
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YesYes
Side Airbag
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YesYes
Side Airbag Rear
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No
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Day Night Rear View Mirror
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YesYes
Seat Belt Warning
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YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
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YesYes
Traction Control
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Yes
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
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YesYes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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YesYes
Rear Camera
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With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device
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Yes
-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
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Driver
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Speed Alert
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YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
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YesYes
Knee Airbags
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-
Driver
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
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Yes
-
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts
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Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
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YesYes
Blind Spot Monitor
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NoYes
Geo Fence Alert
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Yes
-
Hill Descent Control
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Yes
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Hill Assist
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YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
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YesYes
360 View Camera
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NoYes
Curtain Airbag
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NoYes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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YesYes
ADAS
Forward Collision Warning
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No
-
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
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No
-
Driver Attention Warning
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Yes
-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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No
-
Advance Internet
Live Location
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Yes
-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
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Yes
-
Digital Car Key
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Yes
-
E-Call & I-Call
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Yes
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Over the Air (OTA) Updates
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Yes
-
Google / Alexa Connectivity
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Yes
-
SOS Button
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Yes
-
RSA
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Yes
-
Over Speeding Alert
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Yes
-
Tow Away Alert
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Yes
-
Smartwatch App
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Yes
-
Valet Mode
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Yes
-
Remote Door Lock/Unlock
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Yes
-
Entertainment & Communication
Radio
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YesYes
Integrated 2DIN Audio
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Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
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Yes
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Bluetooth Connectivity
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YesYes
Touchscreen
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YesYes
Touchscreen Size
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14.88
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Connectivity
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Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
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YesYes
Apple Car Play
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YesYes
No. of Speakers
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16
-
Additional Features
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Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto,BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets,Navigation function with RTTI and 3D maps,Touch functionality,iDrive Touch with handwriting recognition and direct access buttons,Voice Control
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Usb Ports
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YesYes
Inbuilt Apps
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MyBMW
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Speakers
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Front & Rear
Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons
  • BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

    • Looks sporty for a long-wheelbase, comfort-oriented sedan.
    • New i-Drive 8 infotainment system is crisp and easy to use.
    • 2-litre diesel engine offers good poke for both sedate and spirited driving.
    • Has a good balance between ride and handling.

    Mercedes-Benz GLA

    • 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
  • BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine

    • Missing essentials such as ADAS, 360-degree camera, sun blinds and ventilated front seats.
    • The displays in the cabin get warm over prolonged usage.
    • Low stance results in difficult ingress and egress for elderly occupants.
    • Small boot due to the space-saver eating up space.

    Mercedes-Benz GLA

    • Road presence is not dominating
    • Bigger bumps are felt in the cabin with 19-inch wheels

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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
A ) BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine price starts at ₹ 60.60 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts at ₹ 51.75 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
A ) The mileage of 3 Series Gran Limousine is 19.61 kmpl in New Delhi & The mileage of GLA is 18.9 kmpl in New Delhi. BMW 3 Series Gran Limousine gives better mileage than Mercedes-Benz GLA.
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