BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLB

Should you buy BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLB? 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 68.50 Lakh ex-showroom for xDrive20d xLine (Diesel) and Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts Rs 64.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 Progressive Line (Petrol). X3 has 2998 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLB has 1998 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the X3 has a mileage of 16.55 kmpl (Diesel top model)> and the GLB has a mileage of 9.7 kmpl (Diesel top model).

X3 Vs GLB

Key Highlights	BMW X3	Mercedes-Benz GLB
On Road Price	Rs.88,19,205^*	Rs.84,55,401^*
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1995	1998
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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BMW X3
Rs74.90 Lakh^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLB
Rs71.80 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
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BMW X3
xDrive20d M Sport Shadow Edition
74.90 Lakh^*
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Mercedes-Benz GLB
220d 4Matic
71.80 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	xDrive20d M Sport Shadow Edition	220d 4Matic
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.88,19,205^*	Rs.84,55,401^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.1,67,862/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.1,60,929/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.3,18,055 X3 Insurance	Rs.3,06,101 GLB Insurance
User Rating	4.2 Based on 71 Reviews	4.2 Based on 50 Reviews
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

xDrive20d M Sport Shadow Edition

220d 4Matic

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.88,19,205^*

Rs.84,55,401^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.1,67,862/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.1,60,929/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.3,18,055
X3 Insurance

Rs.3,06,101
GLB Insurance

User Rating

4.2

Based on 71 Reviews

4.2

Based on 50 Reviews

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	2.0l 4Cylinder twin turbo	OM654q
Displacement (cc)	1995	1998
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	187.74bhp@5200rpm	187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	400Nm@1750-2500rpm	400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	Direct Injection
Turbo Charger	Twin	yes
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	8-Speed	8-Speed DCT
Drive Type	4WD	AWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

2.0l 4Cylinder twin turbo

OM654q

Displacement (cc)

1995

1998

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

187.74bhp@5200rpm

187.74bhp@3800rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	16.55	-
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	52
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	231	217
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Diesel

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

16.55

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	independent damping	-
Rear Suspension	independent damping	-
Steering Type	Electric	-
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	-
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	-
Top Speed (Kmph)	231	217
0-100kmph (Seconds)	7.9	7.6 s
Tyre Size	245/50 R19	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Tubeless, Radial
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

independent damping

Rear Suspension

independent damping

Steering Type

Electric

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4708	4646
Width (mm)	2138	2020
Height (mm)	1676	1706
Wheel Base (mm)	2845	2730
Front Tread (mm)	1699	-
Rear Tread (mm)	-	1586
Kerb Weight (kg)	1865	1740
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space (Litres)	550	570
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Power Boot	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	3 Zone	2 Zone
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	-	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear AC Vents	-	Yes
Lumbar Support	-	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	40:20:40 Split	40:20:40 Split
Smart Access Card Entry	-	Yes
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	Yes
Paddle Shifters	Yes	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	Yes	With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Hands-Free Tailgate	Yes	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	No
Rear Curtain	No	No
Luggage Hook And Net	No	No
Battery Saver	-	Yes
Memory Function Seats	Front	Front
Drive Modes	3	4
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Yes	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Front	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Power Boot

Automatic Climate Control

3 Zone

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	-
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	-
Dual Tone Dashboard	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	gearshift paddles on the steering wheel, Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, automatic anti-dazzle function, Floor mats in velour, Multifunction Sport leather steering wheel, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests, Brushed Aluminium Fine Cutting with Highlight Trim Finisher in Pearl Chrome, Sensatec Perforated Cognac, Sensatec Perforated Canberra Beige	"Ambient Lighting in 64 colors, Touchpad, Third row seating, Overhead control panel, “4 light stones”, Interior lamp/ reading lamp in rear in support plate (rear/left/right), Touchpad illumination, Reading lamps (front/ left/ right), console downlighter, Vanity lights (front/ left/ right), Signal and ambient lamp, Footwell lighting (front/ left/ right), Oddments tray lighting, AMG Floor Mats, Sports Seats, DINAMICA Micro Fiber Black, Carbon-structure trim, steering wheel in nappa leather", All-digital instrument display 10.25 inch, Cup holder/ stowage compartment lighting, A fine-dust activated charcoal filter improves the air quality in the vehicle. It filters dust, soot and pollen from the air and also reduces pollutants and odours, Dew point sensor prevents windows from misting up and ensures energy-efficient climate control
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Interior

Tachometer

Electronic Multi Tripmeter

Leather Seats

Exterior
Available Colors	Mineral WhitePhytonic BlueSophisto Grey Brilliant EffectBlack SapphireX3 Colors	Patagonia Red MetallicMountain GreyPolar WhiteDenim BlueCosmos BlackGLB Colors
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	-
Fog Lights Rear	No	-
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	-	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	-	Yes
Sun Roof	-	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	-	Yes
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Chrome Grille	Yes	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlamps	-	Yes
Cornering Foglamps	Yes	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
Trunk Opener	Smart	-
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	-	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	-
Additional Features	Entry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Tailpipe finishers in gloss chrome, Adaptive LED Headlights(Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, LED Fog Lights (intgerated), Rain sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirrors, electrically foldable, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille, 48.26 cm (19 inches) light alloy wheels Y-spoke style 887 M (Front/Rear:245/50 R19),	"AMG front apron with front splitter in chrome,AMG rear apron with diffuser look and trim element in chrome plus two visible tailpipe trim elements, Diamond radiator grille with pins in chrome, single louvre with chrome insert, Side trim (cladding) in grained black with chrome-plated inserts, Aluminium-look roof rails, Large glass module of tinted safety glass, Electric roller sunblind with one-touch control, Comprehensive safety concept(Obstruction sensor, Automatic rain closing function), Chrome-plated waistline and window line trim strips,Panoramic Sliding Sunroof, Net wind deflector in the front tion, AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels
Tyre Size	245/50 R19	-
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Tubeless, Radial
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Exterior

Available Colors

Mineral WhitePhytonic BlueSophisto Grey Brilliant EffectBlack SapphireX3 Colors

Patagonia Red MetallicMountain GreyPolar WhiteDenim BlueCosmos BlackGLB Colors

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	-
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	7
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	-	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	-
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	Yes	-
Geo Fence Alert	-	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	-
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	-
Global NCAP Safety Rating	-	5 Star
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	-
Audio System Remote Control	Yes	-
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
USB And Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Compass	-	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	12.3	10.25
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
Rear Entertainment System	Yes	-
Additional Features	BMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant,, Wireless Smartphone Integration, Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, Gesture Control	Touch inputs, Personalisation,Alexa Home Integration with Mercedes me
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLB?

A ) BMW X3 price starts at ₹ 68.50 Lakh & Mercedes-Benz GLB price starts at ₹ 64.80 Lakh in New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz GLB is cheaper between these two cars.

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