BMW iX1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Last Updated: November 6, 2026

BMW iX1 price starts at Rs. 54.70 Lakh, which is Rs. 23.30 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz GLC, priced at Rs. 78.00 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the GLC returns a claimed 18 kmpl, while the iX1 offers a claimed 531 km/charge. On the performance front, the iX1 uses a 66.4kWh battery producing 204bhp and the GLC a 1993cc engine producing 194.44bhp@3600rpm. If you're deciding between the iX1 and GLC, the iX1 is the better pick for affordability, while the GLC stands out for top speed.

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iX1 vs GLC Comparison Summary

Specification BMW iX1Mercedes-Benz GLC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 54.70 LakhRs. 78.00 Lakh
Mileage / Range 531 km/charge18 kmpl
Engine / Battery 66.4 kWh1993 cc
Max power / Motor 204bhp194.44bhp@3600rpm
Top speed 175 Km/h219 Km/h

iX1 vs GLC Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW iX1 LWBMercedes-Benz GLC 220dBMW X3 xDrive 20d M Sport
Rating
2 reviews
1 review
1 review
Brand Name BMW Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 54.70 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 78.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 78.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement Not Available 1993 cc 1995 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 204bhp 194.44bhp@3600rpm 194bhp@4000rpm
No Of Cylinders Not Available 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox Single Speed 9-Speed Tronic 8-Speed
Drive Type FWD AWD AWD
Colors
BMW iX1 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Fuel Type Electric(Battery) Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) Not Available 18 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 225/55 R18 235/55 R19 245/50 R19
Boot Space Not Available 620 Liters Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available
Rs. 1,50,887 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,51,274 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.30 Lakh iX1 Insurance GLC Insurance X3 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Displacement
Not Available
1993 cc
1995 cc
Battery Type
Lithium lon
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
OM654M
2.0L Diesel
Motor Power
150 kW
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Displacement
Not Available
1993 cc
1995 cc
Battery Capacity
66.4 kWh
Not Available
Not Available
Motor Type
2 Permanent magnet synchronous Placed At One motor each on front and rear axle
Not Available
Not Available
Max Power
204bhp
194.44bhp@3600rpm
194bhp@4000rpm
Range
531 km/charge
Not Available
Not Available
Max Torque
250Nm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
400Nm@1500-2750rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
ZEV
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
Battery Warranty
8 Years or 160000 km
Not Available
Not Available
No Of Cylinders
Not Available
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
Single Speed
9-Speed Tronic
8-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
No
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
No
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
CRDI
Not Available
Kerb Weight
Not Available
2000 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
4
Not Available
Not Available
Charging Time
30Min-130kW-(10-80%)
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
No
Not Available
Not Available
Fast Charging
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Charging Options
11kW AC & 130kW DC
Not Available
Not Available
Charging Port
CCS-II
Not Available
Not Available
Charging Time (A.C)
6:30Hrs-11kW-(0-100%)
Not Available
Not Available
Charging Time (D.C)
30Min-130kW-(10-80%)
Not Available
Not Available

Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
8.6 Sec
8 Sec
7.7 Sec
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
66 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
175 Km/h
219 Km/h
Not Available
Mileage (ARAI)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18
19inch
19
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18
19inch
19
steeringGearType
Not Available
219
Not Available
Suspension Front
Double wishbone suspension
Multi-link suspension
Air suspension
Suspension Rear
Multi-link suspension
Multi-link suspension
Air suspension
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
225/55 R18
235/55 R19
245/50 R19
Wheel Size
Not Available
R19
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Not Available

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Yes
Additional Interior Features
Widescreen Curved Display | Chrome Inner Door Handles | Door Pockets Front & Rear | M Sport Interior
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
10.25
12.3 inch
12.3
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
No
No
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Yes
Upholstery
Leatherette
Leather
Not Available
Lighting
Not Available
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Not Available
Glove Box Light
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Leather Seats
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
Not Available
64
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
5
Boot Space
Not Available
620 Liters
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
Body Coloured ORVMs Door Handles And Bumpers | Large Panoramic Glass Roof
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
No
No
Not Available
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Powered
Boot Opening
Powered
Automatic
Hands-Free
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
No
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Tinted Glass
Not Available
No
Not Available
Side Stepper
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Outside Temperature Display
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Smoke Headlamps
Not Available
No
Not Available
Removable Convertible Top
Not Available
No
Not Available
Roof Carrier
Not Available
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
convertibleTop
No
Not Available
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
No
Shark Fin
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4616*1845*1612 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
4708*1891*1676 mm3
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2580 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
5
5
5

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Addtional Comfort Features
10 way electrically adjustable Driver Seat | 6 way electrically adjustable Front Passenger Seat
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Not Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
No
No
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Not Available
No
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Battery Saver
Yes
No
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Apple CarPlay Android Auto | Harmon Kardon Sound System
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
Not Available
Smart Entry
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Yes
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Front
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
12
15
15
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Yes
Height & Reach
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Ports
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Body Coloured ORVMs Door Handles And Bumpers | Large Panoramic Glass Roof
"Aluminium-look running boards with, Rear trim strip Plastic Chrome Plated rubber studs, Door sill panels, Illuminated door sill panels with “Mercedes-Benz” The manual pull-out roller sunblinds protect against direct, lettering, Door Handle Recesses, large, 2-piece, AMG Filler Cap, LCD projector, With animated Mercedes-Benz pattern"
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Cupholders
Front & Rear
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driving Experience Control Eco
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Trunk Opener
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.7 inch
11.9 Inch
14.9 inch
Lumbar Support
Yes
No
Yes
MirrorLink
Not Available
No
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Yes
No
Dual Trip Meter
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front and Rear
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
All Windows
All Windows
Driver
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Knee Airbags
No
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Yes
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Yes
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights Front
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights Rear
Not Available
No
Not Available
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
8
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
No
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Electronic Parking Brake
Transparent Bonnet
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Yes
Lane Watch Camera
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Speed Assist System
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Prevention Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Remote Horn Light Control
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Engine Start Stop
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Climate Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
SOS Button
Yes
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Smartwatch App
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Live Location
Yes
Yes
Yes
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
E Manual
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Digital Car Key
Yes
Yes
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Hinglish Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Navigation With Live Traffic
Yes
Yes
Yes
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Live Weather
Yes
Yes
Yes
ECall And ICall
Yes
Yes
Yes
Save Route Place
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Crash Notification
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Away Alert
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Valet Mode
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Boot Open
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

grossWeight
Not Available
2550 kg
Not Available
rearTread
Not Available
1640 mm
Not Available
rearLegroom
Not Available
488 mm
Not Available
frontLegroom
Not Available
525 mm
Not Available
rearHeadroom
Not Available
1007 mm
Not Available
frontHeadroom
Not Available
1007 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW iX1
  • Affordable Luxury at Rs 49 lakh (ex-showroom)
  • The iX1 LWB is the most affordable luxury EV in India
  • Undercutting its competitors by a significant margin
  • Spacious Cabin
  • The longer wheelbase translates to better rear-seat comfort and more legroom, making it a great choice for chauffeur-driven passengers
  • Decent Range & Efficiency: 531 km range on a single charge (MIDC-rated) which translates to roughly 450 km real world range make it a practical choice for long-distance travel
  • BMW’s Signature Handling: Despite the front-wheel-drive setup
  • The iX1 LWB still maintains BMW’s nimble and precise steering, offering enjoyable driving dynamics
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Smooth driving experience with great performance, feature-loaded, practical cabin for four occupants, luxurious interior design and quality
BMW iX1
  • Missing Features: No heads-up display, ventilated seats or advanced ADAS features like adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking
  • Complicated Infotainment System: The iDrive OS9 interface is cumbersome, with tasks like adjusting regen modes buried deep in menus and physical buttons sorely missed
  • A bit of thud: At slower speeds, some road imperfections might creep into the cabin
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Priciest SUV in its segment, backseat comfort could’ve been better

Is BMW IX1 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLC?

50% users have chosen BMW iX1 over Mercedes-Benz GLC in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 5 users have also rated BMW iX1 and Mercedes-Benz GLC on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
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 iX1 GLC
Mileage 5.0 5.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 5.0 5.0
Maintenance 5.0 5.0
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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Which car is best between BMW iX1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
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The BMW iX1 is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLC by ₹23.30 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance BMW iX1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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