BMW X3 vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

BMW X3 Price starts at Rs. 87.70 Lakh which is Rs. 35.95 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz GLA priced at Rs. 51.75 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW X3 (Diesel Model) is 16.55 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLA (Diesel Model) is 18.9 Kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW X3 (Top Model) is powered by 1995 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLA (Top Model) is powered by 1950 cc engine. The Comparison BMW X3 xDrive M40i vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

X3 vs GLA

Key Highlights X3 xDrive M40iGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type B58 Turbocharged I6 OM 651 DE 22 LA
Max Power 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl 18.9 Kmpl
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Basic Info BMW X3 xDrive M40iMercedes Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Rating
42 reviews
10 reviews
Brand Name BMW Mercedes Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 87.70 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 58.15 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 2998 cc 1950 cc
Body Type SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars SUV,LuxuryAll SUV Cars
Max Power 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
No Of Cylinders 6 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed 8-Speed DCT
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Colors
BMW X3 Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) 16.35 Kmpl 18.9 Kmpl
Tyre Size 245/45 R20 ...
Boot Space 550 Liters 427 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,69,651 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,12,488 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 3.67 Lakh X3 Insurance Rs. 2.53 Lakh GLA Insurance
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Engine Type
B58 Turbocharged I6
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Engine Displacement
2998 cc
1950 cc
Max Power
355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque
500Nm@1900-5000rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
6
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed
8-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
1670 Kg
1570 Kg
Turbo Charger
Twin

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
0-100 kmph
4.9 Sec
7.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
65 Liters
...
Top Speed
250 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
16.35 Kmpl
18.9 Kmpl

Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
245/45 R20
...
Wheel Size
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
...
Additional Interior Features
Acoustic comfort glazing, Ambient light with 6 pre-defined selectable light designs in various colours with contour and mood lighting- additionally with Welcome Light Carpet, Floor mats in velour, M leather steering wheel, Roller sunblind for rear-side windows, mechanical, M Seat belts, Galvanic embellish in chrome for controls, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Storage Compartment package and storage nets behind the front seat backrests
...
Leather Seats
...
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
...
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
550 Liters
427 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Trunk Opener
Smart
...
Additional Exterior Features
Entry sills with M model inscription, Entry sills with M model inscription, M-specific pedals, M exterior designation on front side panel (left and right), Instrument cluster with M-specific display, M radio remote control with clasp in blue, Tailpipe finishers in black chrome, Accent lighting with turn indicators, low and high-beam in LED Technology, Hexagonally shaped daytime running lights and two-part LED tail lights, High-beam assist, Rain sensor and automatic driving light mirror, Panorama glass roof, Roof rails and exterior lines black high gloss, Active Air Stream Kidney Grille
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4716*1897*1669 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
...

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
including Automatic Hold Function, Servotronic assistance at all speed ranges, Cruise Control with braking function, BMW Driving Experience Control (Modes: ECOPRO, COMFORT, SPORT, SPORT PLUS), Increased sportiness without compromise to driving comfort thanks to electronically controlled dampers with individual control for each wheel, Variable torque split at the rear wheels with Automatic differential locks (ADB-X), Automatic air-conditioning 3-zone with digital display, Seat adjustment electrical driver and passenger with memory function for driver, Automatic Start/Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneratio
Digital Key Handover
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front
Central Control Armrest
Available
...
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Wireless Smartphone Integration, Harman Kardon Surround Sound system, Gesture Control, Surround view camera with 3D view, BMW Live Cockpit Professional 12.3” Instrument Display, High-resolution 12.3” Control Display, BMW Operating System 7.0 with variable configurable widgets, Navigation function with 3D maps, Touch functionality, iDrive Touch Controller with turn and press function, BMW Virtual Assistant
...
Automatic Climate Control
3 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
...
Drive Modes
4
...
Rear Entertainment System
...
AC
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
...
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
40:20:40 Split
...
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
...
Engine Start Stop Button
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
Dual Trip Meter
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
Active Noise Cancellation
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Adjustable Headrest
Clock
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
USB Auxiliary Input
...
Touch-screen Display
GPS Navigation System
...
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Follow me home headlamps
...
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
...
Panoramic

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
2
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
...
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
...
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
xDrive - intelligent 4WD with variable torque dstribution, Interior rear-view mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, Automatic parking function for passenger side exterior mirror, Intelligent Light Weight Construction with 50:50 load distribution, Head airbags front and rear, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), Cornering Brake Control, Dynamic Stability Control including Dynamic Traction Control, Electric parking brake with auto hold function, Run-Flat Tyres with reinforced side walls, Three-point seat belts at all seats, including pyrotechnic belt tensioners and belt force limiters in the front
Off-Road Package
Global NCAP Safety Rating
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
...
Rear Wash Wiper
...
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
...
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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 BMW X3 Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

50% users have chosen BMW X3 over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 61 users have also rated BMW X3 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 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort 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 X3
Mileage 3.7 4.3
Performance 4.3 5.0
Comfort 4.3 4.3
Maintenance 3.0 4.3
Safety 4.3 5.0
Features 4.3 5.0
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BMW X3 Vs Mercedes Benz GLA FAQs

Which car is best between BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper than BMW X3 by Rs. 29.55 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers better mileage 18.9 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance BMW X3 vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
For the xDrive M40i version, 2998 cc Petrol engine of X3 produces 355.37bhp@5200-6500rpm of power and 500Nm@1900-5000rpm 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 BMW X3 has better performance.

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