BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class

Last Updated: November 10, 2026

Mercedes-Benz GLA Class price starts at Rs. 41.51 Lakh, which is Rs. 11.39 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW X1, priced at Rs. 52.90 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the X1 offers a claimed 16.35 kmpl, while the GLA Class delivers 17.9 kmpl. On the performance front, the X1 uses a 1499cc engine producing 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm and the GLA Class a 2143cc engine producing 170bhp@3400-4000rpm. If you're deciding between the X1 and GLA Class, the GLA Class is the better pick for affordability and mileage.

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X1 vs GLA Class Comparison Summary

Specification BMW X1Mercedes-Benz GLA Class
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 52.90 LakhRs. 41.51 Lakh
Mileage 16.35 kmpl17.9 kmpl
Engine 1499 cc2143 cc
Max power 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm170bhp@3400-4000rpm
Top speed 219 Km/h218

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Basic Info BMW X1 sDrive18i M SportMercedes-Benz GLA Class Urban Edition 220dAudi Q3 Nova
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Brand Name BMW Mercedes-Benz Audi
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 52.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 41.51 Lakh Rs. 51.99 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1499 cc 2143 cc 1984 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm 170bhp@3400-4000rpm 201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 3 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed Steptronic 7 Speed 7-Speed DCT
Drive Type FWD AWD AWD
Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Audi Q3 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl 17.9 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 225/55 R18 235/50 R18 Not Available
Boot Space 500 Liters 481-litres Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front 7
EMI
Rs. 1,02,332 @ 10.5% (60 months)
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Rs. 1,00,572 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.07 Lakh X1 Insurance Not Available Rs. 2.30 Lakh Q3 Insurance
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Displacement
1499 cc
Not Available
1984 cc
Engine Type
B38 turbo I3
2.2-litre Diesel Engine
2.0L TFSI
Engine Displacement
1499 cc
2143 cc
1984 cc
Max Power
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
170bhp@3400-4000rpm
201.15bhp@4500-6000rpm
Max Torque
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
350Nm@1400-3400rpm
320Nm@1500-4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
3
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed Steptronic
7 Speed
7-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Not Available
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1585 kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Twin
Not Available
Yes
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available
Not Available
Fast Charging
No
Not Available
Not Available

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
0-100 kmph
9.2 Sec
7.7 Seconds
7.1 Sec
Fuel Capacity
51 Liters
50 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
219 Km/h
218
229 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
16.35 Kmpl
17.9 kmpl
Not Available

Wheels Type
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy
Suspension Front
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Not Available
Four Link
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Power
Electronic
Minimum Turning Radius
Not Available
5.92 metres
Not Available
Tyre Size
225/55 R18
235/50 R18
Not Available
Wheel Size
18
Not Available
18
Alloy Wheel Size
Not Available
18
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Not Available

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
No
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Not Available
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 function
Instrument Cluster with 11.6 cm Colour Multi function Display, Pointers in Metallic Silver, Red Needle, Light and Sight Package, Ambience Lighting With 12 Colours, Light and Sight Package, Roof Rack In Chrome Appearance, Sail Pattern Trim, Step Board Embellisher Illuminated, The Door Sill Panels In Brushed Stainless Steel Add Exclusive Sporty Highlights With Their Illuminated Mercedes-Benz Lettering
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
Not Available
11.9
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Upholstery
Leather
Not Available
Leatherette
Lighting
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Interior Lighting
Ambient light
Not Available
Not Available
Leather Seats
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
Not Available
5
Not Available
Boot Space
500 Liters
481-litres
Not Available

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Smart
Not Available
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)
5 Spoke Light Alloy Wheel, A Simulated Under guard In Bucket Tooth Design With Silver Chrome In The Front Bumper, Power domes On The Bonnet, LED tail lights with crystal look, Urban Package
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Powered & Folding
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Not Available
Not Available
Powered
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Cornering Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Cornering Foglamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Yes
Not Available
Panoramic
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Headlamp Washers
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Grille
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
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
Not Available
Antenna
Not Available
No
Shark Fin
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4447*1821*1598 mm3
4424*1804*1494
4531*1859*1601 mm3
Wheelbase
2670 mm
2699 mm
2681 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
Not Available
183 mm
Not Available

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Not Available
Central Media Display with 8 inches screen diagonal, Smartphone integration package with Apple Carplay and Android auto, AUDIO 20 CD Internet connectivity Preinstallation for Navigation Radio/Twin tuner/ CD Drive Bluetooth connectivity with Mobile devices, nfotainment System with ergonomic central controller Bluetooth® connectivity CD player, MP3/WMA/AAC-compatible Dual tuner USB port in the centre armrest for external audio devices, Radio aerial integrated into the rear spoiler
Not Available
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Addtional Comfort Features
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)
Automatic Transmission with Manual Mode, Seat comfort Package, Off Road Engineering Package
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Yes
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
No
Not Available
Battery Saver
Not Available
No
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
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)
Audio 20 CD, High Resolution Media Display With 8 Inch Screen, Smartphone Integration Package
Not Available
Smart Entry
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
3 Zone
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Front
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
No
Not Available
Internal Storage
Not Available
No
Not Available
No of Speakers
12
6
10
Rear Entertainment System
Not Available
No
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Not Available
Wireless
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Boot
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
USB Ports
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Additional 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)
Not Available
Not Available
No of Tweeter
No
Not Available
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Not Available
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Speakers
Front & Rear
Not Available
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Only
Compass
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Heater
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
Height & Reach
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front and Rear
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
No
Touchscreen Size
10.7
Not Available
12.8 inch
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Not Available
No
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
60:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Touchscreen
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
Not Available
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Dual Trip Meter
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Front Only
Not Available
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
Not Available
DVD Playback
Not Available
No
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
No
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Not Available
No
Not Available
Bottle Holder
Not Available
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Moon Roof
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
All Windows
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Not Available
No
Not Available
Knee Airbags
Not Available
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
No
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Not Available
No
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Not Available
No
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
No
Not Available
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Safety Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver & Passenger, Front Side, Curtain
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
7
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belts
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
No of Airbags
6
Not Available
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
No
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
Not Available
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Yes
Not Available
Not Available

Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Apps
BMW Connected
Not Available
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Inbuilt Assistant
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
ECall And ICall
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Ac On Off
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
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Q. Mercedes Benz GLA Class or BMW X1which is best?
  • Mercedes-Benz GLA Class has been discontinued and is no longer available for sale. Moreover, BMW has launched the facelifted X1 in India in three variants: SportX, xLine, MSport. It’s offered with two BS6-compliant engine options: a 2.0-litre petrol and 2.0-litre diesel. The petrol motor develops 192PS and 280Nm while the diesel motor puts out 190PS and 400Nm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision for a better knowledge of comfort, drivability and features. Click on the link for dealership details. For more details, please check out the links:- [2020 BMW X1 Diesel: Road Test Review@https://www.zigwheels.com/reviews-advice/reviews/2020-bmw-x1-diesel-road-test-review/37750/
Q. Which is the best car between Audi Q3 Quattro or Mercedes Benz GLA 220d 4 Matic?
  • Go for Mercedes GLA 4 matic
  • Q3 as iit is a multipurpose suv ...good commuter..tour friendly .mild offloading.
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BMW X1 Vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class Vs Audi Q3 FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class?
As per the users experiences BMW X1 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your car. On the basis of features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA Class is cheaper than BMW X1 by ₹11.39 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA Class delivers better mileage 17.9 kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW X1 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA Class?
For the sDrive18i M Sport version, 1499 cc Petrol engine of X1 produces 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm of power and 230Nm@1500–4000rpm of torque. Whereas for the Urban Edition 220d version, 2143 cc Diesel engine of GLA Class produces 170bhp@3400-4000rpm of power and 350Nm@1400-3400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW X1 has better performance.

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