Lexus ES vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Should you buy Lexus ES 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. Lexus ES price starts at Rs 64 Lakh ex-showroom for 300h Exquisite (Petrol) and Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts Rs 50.80 Lakh ex-showroom for 200 (Petrol). ES has 2487 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while GLA has 1950 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the ES has a mileage of 18 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the GLA has a mileage of 18.9 kmpl (Petrol top model).
ES Vs GLA
| Key Highlights | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz GLA |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.80,34,703* | Rs.58,38,511* |
| Mileage (city) | 18 kmpl | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 2487 | 1332 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Lexus ES vs Mercedes-Benz GLA comparison
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- Mercedes-Benz GLA
- 220d 4MATIC (Diesel) 53.80 Lakh*
- Top Selling220d 4MATIC AMG Line (Diesel) 55.80 Lakh*
- 200 (Petrol) 50.80 Lakh*
Rs50.80 Lakh *VS
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.80,34,703* | Rs.58,38,511* | Rs.1,01,25,086* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.1,52,942/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,11,126/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.1,92,709/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.2,98,003 | Rs.1,99,711 | Rs.3,68,186 |
| User Rating | Based on 73 Reviews | Based on 23 Reviews | Based on 101 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✕ | 2AR-FXE | - | 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)✕ | 2487 | 1332 | 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.✕ | 175.67bhp@5700rpm | 160.92bhp | 246.74bhp@5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage City (kmpl) | 18 | - | 9.2 |
| Mileage Highway (kmpl) | 22.5 | - | 13.1 |
| 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.✕ | MacPherson Strut 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.✕ | Double wishbone suspension | Air suspension | - |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled.✕ | gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar | - | - |
| 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 |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.✕ | 4975 | 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✕ | 1865 | 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✕ | 1445 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Remote Trunk Opener A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it.✕ | - | - | 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 |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | No | - | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Sonic Iridium Sonic Titanium Deep Blue Mica Graphite Black Glass Flake Sonic Quartz +1 MoreES 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 | SedanAll Sedan 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
| E-Call & I-Call | No | - | - |
| Remote Boot Open | Yes | - | - |
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 |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | - | - |
| USB And Auxiliary Input A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.✕ | - | - | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Lexus ES
- Its drop dead gorgeous.
- Much improved interior.
- Boot space (for a hybrid).
- Not boring to drive (for a CVT).
- Quiet cabin.
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
Lexus ES
- Lack of headroom for tall passengers.
- Touch screen interface is confusing.
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
- Still priced a little high.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
- Road presence is not dominating
- Bigger bumps are felt in the cabin with 19-inch wheels
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