Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Skoda Kodiaq

Last Updated: October 21, 2026

Skoda Kodiaq price starts at Rs. 46.99 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.01 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mercedes-Benz GLA, priced at Rs. 55.00 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the GLA offers a claimed 18.9 kmpl, while the Kodiaq delivers 14.86 kmpl. On the performance front, the GLA uses a 1950cc engine producing 187.74bhp@3800rpm and the Kodiaq a 1984cc engine producing 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm. If you're deciding between the GLA and Kodiaq, the Kodiaq is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the GLA stands out for mileage.

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GLA vs Kodiaq Comparison Summary

Specification Mercedes-Benz GLASkoda Kodiaq
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 55.00 LakhRs. 46.99 Lakh
Mileage 18.9 kmpl14.86 kmpl
Engine 1950 cc1984 cc
Max power 187.74bhp@3800rpm201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm
Top speed 219 Km/hNot Available

GLA vs Kodiaq Key Highlights

Basic Info Mercedes-Benz GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG LineSkoda Kodiaq Selection L&KBMW X1 sDrive18i M Sport
Rating
11 reviews
1 review
49 reviews
Brand Name Mercedes-Benz Skoda BMW
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 55.00 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 46.99 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 52.90 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1950 cc 1984 cc 1499 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 187.74bhp@3800rpm 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm 134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 3
Transmission Automatic Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 8-Speed DCT 7-speed DSG 7-Speed Steptronic
Drive Type AWD 4x4 FWD
Colors
Mercedes Benz GLA Colors
Skoda Kodiaq Colors
BMW X1 Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.9 Kmpl 14.86 Kmpl 16.35 Kmpl
Tyre Size Not Available 235/55 R18 225/55 R18
Boot Space 427 Liters 281 Liters 500 Liters
Ground Clearance (Laden) Not Available 155 mm Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 1,06,395 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 90,900 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,02,332 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance GLA Insurance Kodiaq Insurance X1 Insurance
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Displacement
1950 cc
1984 cc
1499 cc
Engine Type
OM 651 DE 22 LA
Turbocharged Petrol
B38 turbo I3
Engine Displacement
1950 cc
1984 cc
1499 cc
Max Power
187.74bhp@3800rpm
201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm
134.10bhp@4400-6500rpm
Max Torque
400Nm@1600-2600rpm
320Nm@1500-4400rpm
230Nm@1500–4000rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
3
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
8-Speed DCT
7-speed DSG
7-Speed Steptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
AWD
4x4
FWD
Paddle Shift
Yes
Yes
Yes
Kerb Weight
1570 Kg
1825 Kg
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Twin
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
Not Available
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
Not Available
No

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

Alloy Wheel Size Front
18 inch
18
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
18 inch
18
Not Available
Suspension Front
Air suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Air suspension
Multi-link suspension
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/55 R18
225/55 R18
Wheel Size
Not Available
Not Available
18
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless

Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
IRVM with auto-dimming
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
Not Available
10.24
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Upholstery
Leatherette
Fabric
Leather
Lighting
Not Available
Not Available
,LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights),LED Tail lamps
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light
Ambient light
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Adjustable
Yes
Digital Cluster
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding
1422 Litres
786 Litres
Not Available
Seating Capacity
5
7
5
Doors
5
5
Not Available
Boot Space
427 Liters
281 Liters
500 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Yes
Additional Exterior Features
Not Available
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
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Automatic
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Garnish
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
LED DRLs
Yes
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Yes
Panoramic
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Tinted Glass
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Not Available
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Trunk Light
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Yes
Ground Clearance (Laden)
Not Available
155 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
4412*2020*1616 mm3
4758*1864*1679 mm3
4447*1821*1598 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
2791 mm
2670 mm
No. Of Doors
5
5
Not Available

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Digital Key Handover
Not Available
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 & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Luggage Hook and Net
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Additional Entertainment Features
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay Compatibility
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
No
3 Zone
2 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
No
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
Front
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
6
Not Available
No of Speakers
Not Available
13
12
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features
Digital Key Handover
IRVM with auto-dimming
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 & Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Cupholders
Not Available
Front & Rear
Not Available
Rear Window Sunblind
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Compass
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Not Available
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
Not Available
13 inch
10.7
Lumbar Support
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Subwoofer
No
Yes
No
Folding Rear Seat
Not Available
40:20:40 Split
40:20:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Hands Free Tailgate
No
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
Front
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Yes
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Powered Seats
Not Available
No
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Not Available
All Windows
Not Available
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Knee Airbags
Driver
Driver
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver and Passenger
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes
Not Available
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
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Yes
Yes
Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
Yes
No
Speed Alert
Yes
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
7
9
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Off-Road Package
Not Available
Not Available
Global NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
Not Available
5 Star
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Day Night IRVM
Yes
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
Yes
Not Available
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Not Available

Inbuilt Apps
Not Available
MyŠkoda Plus
BMW Connected
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Inbuilt Assistant
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
ECall And ICall
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Door Lock Unlock
Not Available
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
2225
2420 kg
Not Available
rearTread
1606 mm
Not Available
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
Skoda Kodiaq
  • Clean, premium European styling that looks classy without screaming for attention.
  • Top-notch interior quality with soft-touch materials and a solid, well-built feel throughout.
  • The powerful turbo-petrol engine offers smooth and refined performance with adequate punch for highway duties, even when fully-loaded.
  • Comfortable for long drives thanks to plush front seats, sliding second row, and good NVH levels.
  • Impressive feature list includes massage seats, premium audio, panoramic sunroof, and virtual cockpit.
  • Confident handling and ride with AWD offering extra grip on bad roads or in wet conditions. Strong safety credentials backed by five-star Euro NCAP rating and nine airbags.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
  • Lacks road presence for an SUV
  • Not as good at absorbing bumps on 19-inch wheels
Skoda Kodiaq
  • No diesel or hybrid option might be a miss for buyers looking for better efficiency or long-range cruisers.
  • Lacks ADAS features that many rivals offer at this price point, like adaptive cruise or lane assist.
  • Limited variant combinations mean you have to choose between style-focused or feature-loaded trims.
  • Third row is tight on space and best suited for short trips or kids only.

Is Skoda Kodiaq Better Than Mercedes-Benz GLA?

66% users have chosen Skoda Kodiaq over Mercedes-Benz GLA in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 17 users have also rated Skoda Kodiaq and Mercedes-Benz GLA on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
On the basis of comfort, 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 Kodiaq GLA
Comfort 5.0 4.5
Safety 5.0 5.0
Features 5.0 5.0
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Which car is best between Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Skoda Kodiaq?
On the basis of comfort, safety and features user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Skoda Kodiaq?
The Skoda Kodiaq is cheaper than Mercedes-Benz GLA by ₹8.01 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Skoda Kodiaq?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA delivers better mileage 18.9 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Mercedes-Benz GLA vs Skoda Kodiaq?
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. Whereas for the Selection L&K version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Kodiaq produces 201bhp@4500 - 6000rpm of power and 320Nm@1500-4400rpm of torque

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