Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes-Benz GLA

Land Rover Discovery Sport Price starts at Rs. 63.37 Lakh which is Rs. 11.57 Lakh costlier than base model of Mercedes-Benz GLA priced at Rs. 51.80 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Mercedes-Benz GLA (Diesel Model) is 18.9 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Land Rover Discovery Sport (Top Model) is powered by 1999 cc engine , while Mercedes-Benz GLA (Top Model) is powered by 1950 cc engine. The Comparison Land Rover Discovery Sport Dynamic SE Diesel vs Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Discovery Sport vs GLA

Key Highlights Discovery Sport Dynamic SE DieselGLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Engine Type 2.0L Ingenium Turbocharged I4(Mild Hybri OM 651 DE 22 LA
Max Power 201bhp@3750rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl

Discovery Sport vs GLA Key Highlights

Basic Info Land Rover Discovery Sport Dynamic SE DieselMercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line
Rating
47 reviews
11 reviews
Brand Name Land Rover Mercedes-Benz
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 63.37 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 55.00 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1999 cc 1950 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 201bhp@3750rpm 187.74bhp@3800rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 9-Speed 8-Speed DCT
Drive Type AWD AWD
Colors
Land Rover Discovery Sport Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Mileage (ARAI) ... 18.9 Kmpl
Boot Space 559 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. 1,22,586 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,06,395 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.74 Lakh Discovery Sport Insurance Rs. 2.41 Lakh GLA Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
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Displacement
1999 cc
1950 cc
Engine Type
2.0L Ingenium Turbocharged I4(Mild Hybri
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1950 cc
Max Power
201bhp@3750rpm
187.74bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque
430Nm@1750rpm
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
9-Speed
8-Speed DCT
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Valve Configuration
DOHC
...
Paddle Shift
Kerb Weight
...
1570 Kg
Turbo Charger
Mild Hybrid
2
...
Fast Charging
...

Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
0-100 kmph
8.9 Sec
7.5 Sec
Fuel Capacity
70 Liters
...
Top Speed
...
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
...
18.9 Kmpl
Secondary Fuel Type
Electric(Battery)
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Alloy Wheel Size Front
R19
18 inch
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
R19
18 inch
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
...
Suspension Front
3
Suspension Rear
4
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Power
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
...
Wheel Size
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial Tubeless

Rear Reading Lamp
Upholstery
Leather
Leatherette
Lighting
,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
...
Rear Seat Headrest
4
Digital Cluster
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Air Conditioner
Digital Odometer
...
Glove Box
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
...
1422 Litres
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
559 Liters
427 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Rain Sensing Wiper
...
ORVM
Powered & Folding
...
Boot Opening
Powered
Automatic
Integrated Antenna
LED DRLs
LED Fog Lamps
...
LED Taillights
Puddle Lamps
Available
...
Sun Roof
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Projector Headlamps
...
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
...
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
...
Antenna
Shark Fin Antenna
...
LED Headlamps
Length*Width*Height
4597*2069*1727 mm3
4412*2020*1616 mm3
Wheelbase
2741 mm
...
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
167 mm
...
No. Of Doors
5
5

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Meridian Digital Surround Sound System, 825 W 17 Speakers, 10) Colour Touchscreen Pro Services and Wi-Fi Hotspot1, InControl Touch Pro Navigation, InControl Apps, 1st Row 1 x USB with Charging Located in IP Shelf, Rear Seat Entertainment 20.32 cm,
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Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Mirror Link
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
...
Digital Key Handover
USB Charger
...
Front
Battery Saver
...
Automatic Climate Control
2 Zone
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
...
No of Speakers
12
...
Adjustable Steering
4
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
...
Digital Key Handover
No of Tweeter
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Power Windows Rear
Cupholders
Front & Rear
...
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Integrated 2-Din Audio
...
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
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
Rear Touch Screen Size
Air Quality Control
...
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
...
Memory Function Seats
Front
...
Paddle Shifters
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Adjustable Headrest
Voice Commands
...
Powered Seats
Front
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Automatic Headlamps
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
...
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
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
Blind Spot Monitor
...
Hill Descent Control
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
360 View Camera
Curtain Airbag
Available
Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
...
Speed Alert
SOS Emergency Assistance
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
Brake Assist (BA)
Geo-fence Alert
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
...
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Terrain Response,Efficient Drive line,Roll Stability Control,Dynamic Stability Control,Trailer Stability Control,Locking Wheel Nuts,Side Curtain,Auto Locking and Collision Unlock System,Front Head Rests 2-Way Adjust (Driver and Passenger),Hazard Lights under Heavy Braking,24x7 Road Side Assistance
Off-Road Package
Child Safety Lock
Driver Airbag
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
...
Day Night IRVM
Keyless Entry
Passenger Airbag
Rear Defogger
...
Rear Camera
3
3
Side Airbag

Driver Attention Warning
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
...

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
...
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
SOS Button
...
RSA
...
Live Location
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...

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 Land Rover Discovery Sport Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

100% users have chosen Land Rover Discovery Sport over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 75 users have also rated Land Rover Discovery Sport and Mercedes-Benz GLA on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Land Rover Discovery Sport is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features.
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 Discovery Sport
Mileage 3.8 4.5
Performance 4.6 5.0
Comfort 4.6 4.5
Maintenance 3.1 4.5
Safety 4.6 5.0
Features 4.3 5.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is better, Discovery Sport or GLC 200?
  • On the whole, there aren’t many holes you can poke into the GLC’s capabilities. Everything you’d expect from a luxury SUV, you get. Quality, presence, practicality and comfort -- it’s all in there. With the added tech and the new quieter motor, the GLC becomes even more tempting. Yes, it could’ve done with more features for sure. None of what’s missing will break the deal for you. Some might wish for more fun and excitement from the motor too. On the other hand, Discovery Sport is more fun to drive and better capability to tackle bad road conditions or off-road conditons. It offers better tech. and at its price, it is a strong case itself. Do take a test drive in order to get better clarity. Check out authorised dealership details.

Land Rover Discovery Sport Vs Mercedes Benz GLA FAQs

Which car is best between Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
As per the users experiences Land Rover Discovery Sport is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort in your car. But Mercedes-Benz GLA is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance, safety and features.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper than Land Rover Discovery Sport by ₹8.37 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mercedes Benz GLA?
For the Dynamic SE Diesel version, 1999 cc Diesel engine of Discovery Sport produces 201bhp@3750rpm of power and 430Nm@1750rpm 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has better performance.

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