Audi Q3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Mercedes-Benz GLA Price starts at Rs. 51.80 Lakh which is Rs. 8.13 Lakh costlier than base model of Audi Q3 priced at Rs. 43.67 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Audi Q3 (Petrol Model) is 15.17 kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLA (Diesel Model) is 18.9 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Audi Q3 (Top Model) is powered by 1984 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLA (Top Model) is powered by 1950 cc engine.

Q3 vs GLA

Key Highlights Q3 TechnologyGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type 40 TFSI quattro S tronic OM 651 DE 22 LA
Max Power 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl

Q3 vs GLA Key Highlights

Basic Info Audi Q3 TechnologyMercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG LineBMW X1 sDrive18d M Sport
Rating
53 reviews
11 reviews
49 reviews
Brand Name Audi Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 53.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 55.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 52.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 1950 cc 1995 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm 147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed DCT 8-Speed DCT 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type AWD AWD FWD
Colors
Audi Q3 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl 20.37 Kmpl
Tyre Size 235/55 R18 ... ...
Boot Space 460 Liters 427 Liters 476 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags 6 7 10
EMI
Rs. 1,02,526 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,06,395 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,00,978 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.34 Lakh Q3 Insurance Rs. 2.41 Lakh GLA Insurance Rs. 2.31 Lakh X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1984 cc
1950 cc
1995 cc
Engine Type
40 TFSI quattro S tronic
OM 651 DE 22 LA
B47 twin-turbo I4
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
1950 cc
1995 cc
Max Power
187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
147.51bhp@3750-4000rpm
Max Torque
320Nm@1500-4100rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
360Nm@1500–2500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
8-Speed DCT
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1700 Kg
1570 Kg
1515 Kg
Turbo Charger
...
Twin
Mild Hybrid
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
7.3 Sec
7.5 Sec
8.9 Sec
Fuel Capacity
62 Liters
...
51 Liters
Top Speed
222 Km/h
219 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
18.9 Kmpl
20.37 Kmpl
Mileage (City)
10 kmpl
...
...
Mileage (Highway)
15.17 kmpl
...
...

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
18 inch
...
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
18 inch
...
Suspension Front
...
3
...
Suspension Rear
...
4
...
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
...
Tyre Size
235/55 R18
...
...
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
...
Additional Interior Features
...
...
Sensatec Perforated Mocha(Optional),Sensatec Perforated Oyster (Optional), Interior trim finishers Aluminium ‘Mesheffect’ with highlight trim finisher in Pearl Chrome, Rear seat backrest with reclining and 40:20:40 folding, M Leather Steering Wheel with Multifunction Buttons, Interior mirror with Automatic Anti-dazzle Function, Floor Mats in velour, Sport seats, Armrest front, sliding with storage compartment, Ambient Lighting: Mood lighting in front and rear, Air-vents for rear seat occupants, Luxury instrument panel, Pearl Chrome touches on the door handles, Panorama Glass Roof with automatic sliding/tilting functio
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
...
...
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
...
...
Rear Reading Lamp
...
Upholstery
Leather
Leatherette
...
Lighting
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
...
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Glove Box Light
...
...
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
...
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Glove Box
Cargo Volume
530
...
500
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
...
1422 Litres
...
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
4
Boot Space
460 Liters
427 Liters
476 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
...
...
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
ORVM
Powered & Folding
...
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Electronic
Automatic
...
Automatic Driving Lights
...
Chrome Garnish
...
...
Cornering Headlamps
...
...
Cornering Foglamps
...
...
Integrated Antenna
...
...
LED DRLs
LED Taillights
Sun Roof
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
...
Projector Headlamps
...
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
...
...
Chrome Grille
...
...
Outside Temperature Display
...
...
Turn Indicator in ORVM
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
...
LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
4482*1849*1607 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
4429*1845*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
...
2679 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
4

Connectivity
...
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
...
Digital Key Handover
Park Distance Control, BMW Efficient Lightweight construction, Automatic Start/Stop Function, Digital Key Plus( Lock, unlock and starting the vehicle and compatible with smartphone with NFC enabled key card), Electrical Seat Adjustment for driver memory function for driver, Active seat for Driver and Front Passenger, Automatic operation of tailgate including contactless opening and closing via a kicking movement, Servotronic Steering Assist, 7-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission with shift paddles( Electronic selector-lever, Automatic gear selection, Currently engaged gear shown in the instrument cluster, Auto-P function, Shift paddles on steering wheel (with boost mode), Gear display with recommended gear in manual mode)
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
...
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Gear Shift Indicator
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
...
...
BMW Live Cockpit Plus (Widescreen Curved Display, Fully Digital 10.25” Instrument Display, High-resolution 10.7” Control Display, BMW Operating System 8.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with real-time traffic information, Touch Functionality), Wireless Smartphone Integration, Comfort Access System with HiFi loudspeaker system by Harman Kardon with:(12 speakers and digital amplifier with Tweeter bezels in stainless steel with illuminated ‘Harman Kardon’ inscription), Bluetooth with audio streaming, handsfree and USB connectivity, BMW Connected Package Professional(Teleservices, Intelligent E-call, Remote Software Upgrade, MyBMW App with Remote Services, Intelligent Personal Assistant, MyModes)
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
Not Available
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
...
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
...
...
12
Adjustable Steering
4
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
Power Boot
...
...
USB Ports
Available
Available
Available
Additional Features
...
Digital Key Handover
18" M light alloy wheels Double-spoke,Individual roof rails in High-Gloss shadow line, Rain Sensor and automatic driving lights, Exterior mirror electric folding with automatic anti-dazzle, Adaptive LED Headlights(Daytime driving lights and position lights, Cornering light and turn indicators, Automatic headlight range control, High Beam Assistant, Light staging (welcome and goodbye)
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front & Rear
...
...
Power Windows Front
Power Windows Rear
Rear Window Washer
...
...
Cupholders
Front & Rear
...
...
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
...
Driving Experience Control Eco
...
...
Integrated 2-Din Audio
...
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Available
...
...
Compass
...
...
AC
Rear AC Ducts
...
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & telescopic
...
...
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Touchscreen Size
10.1 inch
...
10.7
Lumbar Support
...
...
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
...
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
...
Touchscreen
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
...
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
...
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
...
...
Paddle Shifters
...
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
...
Clock
...
...
Powered Seats
Front
...
Front
Cooled Glovebox
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
...
Speakers Front
...
Speakers Rear
...
Automatic Headlamps
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
...
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
...

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
...
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
2
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
3
...
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
...
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
...
Curtain Airbag
Available
Available
...
Anti Theft Alarm
...
Anti Theft Device
...
...
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
...
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Side Airbag Rear
...
...
Speed Alert
SOS Emergency Assistance
Airbags
6
7
10
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
...
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
10
Brake Assist (BA)
Geo-fence Alert
...
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
...
Off-Road Package
Electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor, PC iBrake (PostCrash approach control warning with light braking function), Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, Attentiveness Assistant, Reversing Assist Camera, Lateral Parking Aid, Reversing Assistant, Active Park Distance Control, Park Assis, Evasion Assistant, Manual Speed Limit Assist, Front collison warning with break intervention including at turning and road junction, Lane Departure Warning and active feedback, Electric Parking Brake, Airbags:(Front airbags for driver and front passenger, Side airbags for driver and front passenger, integrated in the door-side seat backrest bolsters, Head airbags integrated into roof edge and A-pillar)
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
...
Child Safety Lock
...
Lane Watch Camera
...
...
Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Rear Wash Wiper
...
...
Day Night IRVM
...
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
3
...
Side Airbag

Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...
...

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi Q3
  • Excellent ride comfort
  • Expansive and user-friendly tech package
  • Refined and powerful petrol engine
  • Spacious and family-friendly cabin
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Sporty looks in the AMG Line variant
  • Fun and efficient diesel engine
  • Premium quality of interiors
  • Gets premium features like panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera and powered front seats with memory
Audi Q3
  • No diesel engine option
  • Several missing features at this price
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Lacks road presence for an SUV
  • Not as good at absorbing bumps on 19-inch wheels

Is Audi Q3 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

56% users have chosen Audi Q3 over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 75 users have also rated Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
Mercedes-Benz GLA has out rated Audi Q3 on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor GLA Q3
Mileage 2.7 4.5
Performance 4.4 5.0
Comfort 4.4 4.5
Maintenance 3.0 4.5
Safety 4.4 5.0
Features 4.1 5.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. I am checking for a luxury and comfortable SUV . Which would I prefer the all new Range Rover Evoque or the all new Audi Q3?
  • Audi Q3 has grown in all dimensions over its predecessor. Its design philosophy is now more in-line with Audi’s newer SUVs like the Q5 and facelifted Q7, making it look sharper and sportier than before. It also gets a 2-litre turbo-petrol mill mated to a 7-speed DCT; comes with AWD as standard. On the other hand, the Range Rover Evoque doesn’t disappoint when it comes to luxury, performance, or even driving dynamics for that matter. Its rear seat space, transmission, and low-speed ride may not be the best in class. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.

Q3 Vs GLA Vs BMW X1 FAQs

Which car is best between Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
Mercedes-Benz GLA has out rated Audi Q3 on all the rating factors.
Which car is cheaper Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The Audi Q3 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLA by ₹2.00 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Audi Q3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
For the Technology version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Q3 produces 187.74bhp@4200-6000rpm of power and 320Nm@1500-4100rpm of torque. Whereas for the 220d 4MATIC AMG Line version, 1950 cc Diesel engine of GLA produces 187.74bhp@3800rpm of power and 400Nm@1600-2600rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi Q3 has better performance.

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