Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Mercedes-Benz GLC

Last Updated: October 3, 2026

Mercedes-Benz GLA price starts at Rs. 51.80 Lakh, which is Rs. 25.20 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz GLC, priced at Rs. 77.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the GLA offers a claimed 17.4 kmpl, while the GLC delivers 18 kmpl. On the performance front, the GLA uses a 1332cc engine producing 160.92bhp and the GLC a 1993cc engine producing 194.44bhp@3600rpm. If you're deciding between the GLA and GLC, the GLC is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the GLA stands out for affordability.

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GLA vs GLC Comparison Summary

Specification Mercedes-Benz GLAMercedes-Benz GLC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 51.80 LakhRs. 77.00 Lakh
Mileage 17.4 kmpl18 kmpl
Engine 1332 cc1993 cc
Max power 160.92bhp194.44bhp@3600rpm
Top speed 210 Km/h219 Km/h

GLA vs GLC Key Highlights

Basic Info Mercedes-Benz GLA 200Mercedes-Benz GLC 220dBMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
Rating
11 reviews
1 review
49 reviews
Brand Name Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 51.80 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 77.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 50.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1332 cc 1993 cc 1499 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 160.92bhp 194.44bhp@3600rpm 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed DCT 9-Speed Tronic 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type FWD AWD FWD
Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Mercedes Benz GLC Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 17.4 Kmpl 18 kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size Not Available 235/55 R19 225/55 R18
Boot Space 425 Liters 620 Liters 500 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,00,205 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,48,953 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 98,464 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Rs. 2.03 Lakh GLA Insurance Rs. 3.26 Lakh GLC Insurance Rs. 2.00 Lakh X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1332 cc
1993 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
Not Available
OM654M
B38 turbo I3
Engine Displacement
1332 cc
1993 cc
1499 cc
Max Power
160.92bhp
194.44bhp@3600rpm
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
Max Torque
270Nm
440Nm@2000-3200rpm
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
9-Speed Tronic
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
No
Yes
Fuel Supply System
Not Available
CRDI
Not Available
Kerb Weight
1570 Kg
2000 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
8.9 Sec
8 Sec
9.2 Sec
Fuel Capacity
Not Available
66 Liters
51 Liters
Top Speed
210 Km/h
219 Km/h
219 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
17.4 Kmpl
18 kmpl
Not Available
Mileage (Highway)
Not Available
18 kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18 inch
19inch
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18 inch
19inch
Not Available
steeringGearType
Not Available
219
Not Available
Suspension Front
3
Not Available
Not Available
Suspension Rear
4
Not Available
Not Available
Brakes Front
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Not Available
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/55 R19
225/55 R18
Wheel Size
Not Available
R19
18
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Not Available
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
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
12.3 inch
Not Available
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
No
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Leatherette
Leather
Leather
Lighting
Not Available
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light,Boot Lamp
Ambient light
Leather Seats
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ambient Light Colour
Not Available
64
Not Available
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
1420 Litres
Not Available
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
Doors
5
5
Not Available
Boot Space
425 Liters
620 Liters
500 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Not Available
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
"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"
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
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Automatic
Automatic
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Yes
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
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
Optional
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
No
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4412*2020*1616 mm3
4716*1890*1640 mm3
4447*1821*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
2651 mm
2580 mm
2670 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Digital Key Handover
DIRECT SELECT lever, DYNAMIC SELECT, Technical Underguard, driver assistance systems
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
Front
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
No
Yes
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Battery Saver
Not Available
No
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
connect with Alexa, Google Home integration and Parking location on navigation system
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
Yes
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
2 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Front
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
Not Available
4
Not Available
No of Speakers
Not Available
15
12
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Boot
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Available
Additional Features
Digital Key Handover
"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"
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 and Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Remote Trunk Opener
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
WiFi Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Compass
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Not Available
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
Not Available
11.9 Inch
10.7
Lumbar Support
Not Available
No
Yes
MirrorLink
Not Available
No
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
60:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
No
Yes
Yes
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
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
No
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Rear Windscreen Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Not Available
Front and Rear
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Moon Roof
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
4
Not Available
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbags
2
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
3
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Not Available
Yes
360 View Camera
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Not Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
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 and Side Front
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
7
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Off-Road Package
Transparent Bonnet
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Camera
3
3
3
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes

Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Speed Assist System
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Horn Light Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
Not Available
BMW Connected
Remote Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Remote Climate Control
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Live Location
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Digital Car Key
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Live Weather
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Save Route Place
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
2070 kg
2550 kg
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 GLC
  • Smooth driving experience with great performance, feature-loaded, practical cabin for four occupants, luxurious interior design and quality
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Lacks road presence for an SUV
  • Not as good at absorbing bumps on 19-inch wheels
Mercedes-Benz GLC
  • Priciest SUV in its segment, backseat comfort could’ve been better

Is Mercedes-Benz GLC Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

57% users have chosen Mercedes-Benz GLC over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 17 users have also rated Mercedes-Benz GLC 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, comfort and maintenance in your car. On the basis of performance, 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 GLC
Mileage 5.0 4.5
Performance 5.0 5.0
Comfort 5.0 4.5
Maintenance 5.0 4.5
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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GLA Vs GLC Vs BMW X1 FAQs

Which car is best between Mercedes Benz GLA vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
Mercedes-Benz GLC is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of performance, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Mercedes Benz GLA vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLC by ₹25.20 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mercedes Benz GLA vs Mercedes Benz GLC?
For the 200 version, 1332 cc Petrol engine of GLA produces 160.92bhp of power and 270Nm of torque. Whereas for the 220d version, 1993 cc Diesel engine of GLC produces 194.44bhp@3600rpm of power and 440Nm@2000-3200rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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