BMW X1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Last Updated: October 23, 2026

BMW X1 LWB price starts at Rs. 49.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 5.10 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz GLA, priced at Rs. 55.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the X1 LWB offers a claimed 15.5 kmpl, while the GLA delivers 18.9 kmpl. On the performance front, the X1 LWB uses a 1499cc engine producing 154.21bhp@4900-6000rpm and the GLA a 1950cc engine producing 187.74bhp@3800rpm. If you're deciding between the X1 LWB and GLA, the GLA is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the X1 LWB stands out for affordability.

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X1 LWB vs GLA Comparison Summary

Specification BMW X1 LWBMercedes-Benz GLA
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 49.90 LakhRs. 55.00 Lakh
Mileage 15.5 kmpl18.9 kmpl
Engine 1499 cc1950 cc
Max power 154.21bhp@4900-6000rpm187.74bhp@3800rpm
Top speed Not Available219 Km/h

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Basic Info BMW X1 LWB sDrive18Li M SportMercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG LineBMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
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Brand Name BMW Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 49.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 55.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 52.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1499 cc 1950 cc 1499 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 154.21bhp@4900-6000rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed DCT 8-Speed DCT 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type FWD AWD FWD
Colors
BMW X1 LWB Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 15.5 Kmpl 18.9 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
Tyre Size Not Available Not Available 225/55 R18
Boot Space 540 Liters 427 Liters 500 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags 8 Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 96,529 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,06,395 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,02,332 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance X1 LWB Insurance GLA Insurance X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1499 cc
1950 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
BMW Twin Power Turbo
OM 651 DE 22 LA
B38 turbo I3
Engine Displacement
1499 cc
1950 cc
1499 cc
Max Power
154.21bhp@4900-6000rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
Max Torque
230Nm@1500-4600rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
8-Speed DCT
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1570 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Twin
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
Not Available
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
0-100 kmph
9.3 Sec
7.5 Sec
9.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
Not Available
51 Liters
Top Speed
Not Available
219 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
15.5 Kmpl
18.9 Kmpl
16.35 Kmpl

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
18 inch
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
18 inch
Not Available
Wheels Type
Alloy
Not Available
Not Available
Suspension Front
Not Available
Air suspension
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
Air suspension
Not Available
Brakes Front
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
Not Available
Not Available
225/55 R18
Wheel Size
18
Not Available
18
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless

Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Not Available
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 function
Digital Cluster Size
10.25
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Leatherette
Leatherette
Leather
Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Not Available
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable
Yes
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
Not Available
1422 Litres
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Not Available
Boot Space
540 Liters
427 Liters
500 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Panoramic Glass Roof
Not Available
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
Yes
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Powered
Automatic
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Shark Fin
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4616*2104*1641 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
4447*1821*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
2800 mm
Not Available
2670 mm
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5
Not Available

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Not Available
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
Not Available
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Not Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Not Available
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
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
No
2 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
12
Not Available
12
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Additional Features
Panoramic Glass Roof
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
No
No
No
Power Windows
Front & Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Compass
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
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
Not Available
10.7
Lumbar Support
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
Not Available
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
No
Air Quality Control
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
No
No
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Front
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Knee Airbags
Not Available
Driver
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Not Available
Driver and Passenger
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Not Available
No
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Safety Airbags
Driver & Passenger,Front Side,Rear Side
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Camera
360° Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Airbags
8
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
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Off-Road Package
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Digital Key
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
Not Available
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Driver Attention Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Speed Assist System
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

Inbuilt Apps
MyBMW App with Remote Services
Not Available
BMW Connected
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
RSA
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Live Location
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Immobiliser
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Digital Car Key
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
ECall And ICall
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Over Speeding Alert
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Crash Notification
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
Not Available
2225
Not Available
rearTread
Not Available
1606 mm
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Lacks road presence for an SUV
  • Not as good at absorbing bumps on 19-inch wheels

Is Mercedes-Benz GLA Better Than BMW X1 LWB?

100% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz GLA over BMW X1 LWB in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 16 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1 LWB 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 GLA X1 LWB
Mileage 4.5 5.0
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 4.5 5.0
Maintenance 4.5 5.0
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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BMW X1 LWB Vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Vs BMW X1 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The BMW X1 LWB is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLA by ₹5.10 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW X1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers better mileage 18.9 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW X1 LWB vs Mercedes-Benz GLA?
For the sDrive18Li M Sport version, 1499 cc Petrol engine of X1 LWB produces 154.21bhp@4900-6000rpm of power and 230Nm@1500-4600rpm 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 in terms of performance both are same.

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