BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Should you buy BMW X3 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 X3 price starts at Rs 75.80 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive 20 M Sport (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 50.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). X3 has 1998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 17.86 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Diesel top model).
X3 Vs GLA
| Key Highlights | BMW X3 | Mercedes-Benz GLA |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.91,59,538* | Rs.65,77,701* |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine(cc) | 1995 | 1950 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison
- VS
- Mercedes-Benz GLA
- 220d 4MATIC (Diesel) 53.80 Lakh*
- Top Selling220d 4MATIC AMG Line (Diesel) 55.80 Lakh*
- 200 (Petrol) 50.80 Lakh*
Rs55.80 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.91,59,538* | Rs.65,77,701* | Rs.1,03,44,836* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,74,341/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,25,194/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,96,913/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.3,29,238 | Rs.2,44,401 | Rs.3,68,186 |
| User Rating | Based on 3 Reviews | Based on 23 Reviews | Based on 109 Reviews |
| Brochure | Brochure not available | Brochure not available |
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✕ | 2.0L Diesel | OM 651 DE 22 LA | TD4 Engine |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)✕ | 1995 | 1950 | 1997 |
| 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 | 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.✕ | 194bhp@4000rpm | 187.74bhp@3800rpm | 201.15bhp@3750 - 4000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 17.86 | 18.9 | 15.8 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | - | 82 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
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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 | 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 | 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 | 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.✕ | 4708 | 4412 | 4797 |
| 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✕ | 1891 | 2020 | 2147 |
| 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✕ | 1676 | 1616 | 1678 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.✕ | - | - | 156 |
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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 | Yes |
| Power Boot An automated system that opens and closes the car's boot lid or trunk with the press of a button or remote control. Makes accessing the boot easier.✕ | - | - | 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.✕ | 3 Zone | - | 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 | - | 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 | Yes |
| Electronic Multi Tripmeter Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.✕ | - | - | Yes |
| Leather Seats | - | - | Yes |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Brooklyn Grey Metallic Alpine White Individual Tanzanite Blue Creamy White Black Sapphire Metallic X3 Colours | Mountain Grey Iridium Silver Polar White Cosmos Black GLA Colours | Cyan Varesine Blue Santorini Black Fuji White Zadar Grey Range Rover Velar Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | - | 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 | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | 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 | 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 | Yes |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - | - |
| Unauthorised Vehicle Entry | Yes | - | - |
| E-Manual | Yes | - | - |
| Digital Car Key | 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 | Yes |
| Audio System Remote Control A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.✕ | - | - | No |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | - | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - | - |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
BMW X3
- New refreshed looks but still as good looking as ever
- Interiors have received a complete refresh and look very premium and youthful
- Large 14-inch touch screen, 15-speaker sound, and three zone climate control are some of the highlights
- Multiple airbags, ADAS and 360 degree camera are part of a strong safety suite
- Diesel and petrol engine options too
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 X3
- Youthful interiors may not appeal to the old school enthusiast
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 X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
A ) BMW X3 price starts at ₹ 75.80 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts at ₹ 50.80 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper between these two cars.
Q ) Which car has good mileage BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA?
A ) The mileage of X3 is 17.86 kmpl & the mileage of GLA is 18.9 kmpl. Mercedes-Benz GLA gives better mileage than BMW X3.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi